Health and Safety Officer (Fire)

The University of Southampton is seeking a Fire Safety Officer to support the Fire Safety Manager in delivering fire safety activities across its campuses. The role will help develop safe working practices, deliver fire safety training, identify risks and issues, and build fire safety knowledge and confidence among staff and students.

The post holder will conduct fire risk assessments across the University estate in line with the risk-based Fire Risk Assessment programme and liaise with stakeholders to support the completion of any associated remedial work as required.

The post holder will also provide specialist advice on all aspects of fire safety management, helping line managers implement the health and safety policies, practices, processes and procedures developed by Health & Safety within the Legal, Governance, Risk and Health & Safety directorate. 

We welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience in fire safety management, including fire risk assessment, regulatory compliance and the provision of competent advice. Candidates must hold a minimum Level 3 fire safety qualification, and should be willing to work towards a Level 4 qualification. They should also have a good working knowledge of current fire safety legislation and relevant guidance documents. 

Interviews are being held on our Highfield Campus on Thursday 3rd December 2026. If you would like to informally discuss the role please contact Fire Safety Manager Simon Mills: S.P.Mills@soton.ac.uk

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As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

Apply by 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.