Fire Health & Safety Officer

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Sodexo Fire Health & Safety Officer The closing date is 08 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Do you have the expertise to help create a safer healthcare environment? Join Sodexo at Homerton Hospital and play a key role in protecting colleagues, patients and visitors through effective fire safety management, training and compliance.Protecting people. Improving lives. As a Fire Health & Safety Officer at Sodexo, you'll play a vital role in keeping colleagues, patients, visitors and healthcare environments safe. Working within a busy NHS healthcare setting, you'll provide specialist fire safety advice, deliver essential training, and help ensure compliance with current fire safety legislation and healthcare standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified fire safety professional who thrives on working collaboratively, influencing stakeholders, and driving safety improvements across a complex healthcare environment. Main duties of the job What you'll do Provide specialist fire safety advice and guidance across the hospital estate Conduct fire risk assessments and develop associated action plans Deliver engaging fire safety and emergency evacuation training to colleagues Support fire safety audits, inspections and assurance activities Investigate fire-related incidents, unwanted alarm activations and near misses Produce fire safety reports and maintain accurate records Liaise with external stakeholders, including the Fire and Rescue Service Support managers in meeting their fire safety responsibilities and regulatory obligations About us About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe that diversity, inclusion and belonging make us stronger, and we're committed to creating an environment where every colleague can thrive. If you're passionate about fire safety and want to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today. Details Date posted 09 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £32,557 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number E0036-162851-HC Job locations Homerton Hospital Homerton Row London E9 6SR United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities stakeholders, and driving safety improvements across a complex healthcare environment. What you'll do Provide specialist fire safety advice and guidance across the hospital estate Conduct fire risk assessments and develop associated action plans Deliver engaging fire safety and emergency evacuation training to colleagues Support fire safety audits, inspections and assurance activities Investigate fire-related incidents, unwanted alarm activations and near misses Produce fire safety reports and maintain accurate records Liaise with external stakeholders, including the Fire and Rescue Service Support managers in meeting their fire safety responsibilities and regulatory obligations What you'll bring We're looking for someone with previous fire safety experience within healthcare or similarly regulated environments and a passion for creating safer workplaces. You'll have: A recognised fire safety qualification such as NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate, CFPA qualification, or equivalent experience Level 3 Fire Risk Assessor qualification Sound knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 an