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Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
From the employer's advert, checked 26 October 2026.
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors as “Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust” (Skilled Worker). Register checked 23 October 2026.
About the job
Job summary
Join Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust as Head of Fire Safety and lead a vital service protecting patients, colleagues and visitors across our complex, multi-site estate.
As the Trust's senior fire safety expert, you will advise the Board and senior leaders, shape strategy and ensure compliance with fire and building safety legislation. You will bring substantial NHS fire safety experience, professional qualifications, strong leadership and the confidence to influence at every level. This is an opportunity to make a Trust-wide impact while leading an expert team in a challenging, high-profile role.
To apply for any of the exciting opportunities within this campaign,Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust - Insight Executive Groupplease email your application to our dedicated recruitment team at: imperial@insightexecutive.co.uk When submitting your application, please: o state the title of the role you are applying for in the subject lineo attach a covering letter stating why you are applyingo attach your most recent and relevant CVo Please refer to the individual opportunities page for application closing dates and any role-specific information.
Main duties of the job
- You will lead the Trust's fire safety service, developing policies, strategies, risk assessments, evacuation plans and long-term improvement programmes.
- You will oversee audits, fire safety systems, equipment, training, incident investigations and compliance across acute and community sites.
- Working closely with senior leaders, clinical teams, capital projects, contractors and emergency services, you will provide authoritative advice and assurance.
- You will manage the fire safety team, budgets and suppliers, monitor performance and present complex information to the Board, ensuring fire risks are effectively controlled and continuous improvements are delivered.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
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