Principal Fire Safety Manager

Summary

•    Principal Fire Safety Manager
•    Based at Manchester Airport 
•    Permanent position 
•    Competitive salary & Bonus scheme 

Why MAG?

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 28 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe. As the fourth largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region.

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities.  Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. 

You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

•    Bonus scheme
•    11% company contribution pension
•    25 days holiday plus bank holidays
•    Free parking
•    Subsidised public transport
•    Huge range of company discounts
•    Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
•    Care Concierge service
•    Two volunteering days per year

The role

The role is to Fulfil the legally required role of responsible person and fire safety manager for MAG buildings. Managing a team of Fire Safety professionals ensure that Manchester Airport complies with all applicable fire safety legislation and the requirements of the MAG Fire Safety Framework Standard.

The development, management, and compliance with the Fire Safety Management Plan is also a priority.  This involves working with other departments, concessionaires, and third parties to ensure their compliance with the Fire Safety Management Plan. The Group Fire Safety function is supported by producing fire strategies, fire design reviews, and fire safety management reviews. Additionally, Fire Policy development is supported to ensure legal compliance and the development of Fire Safety standards, which are developed, deployed, embedded, and assured.  All elements of a Fire Safety Management System are established, embedded, and assured across MAN. 
 

What will make you successful in the role?

The successful candidate should be a member of the Institute of  Institute of Fire Engineers, or  Fire Safety Managers with extensive experience in an commercial operational environment, preferably with airport experience or demonstrable experience of  managing fire safety within complex premises . Strong communication and influencing skills are essential, as well as the ability to interact at all levels of the business. A high level of computer literacy, strong analytical skills, and the ability to determine effective solutions are also important. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, with a passion for fire safety, and able to prioritise and manage demands. Attention to detail and the ability to visually identify fire safety risks and hazards are also crucial.