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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An opportunity has arisen for a single permanent part time Fire Safety Advisers post. The Post Holders will undertake Fire Safety Advisors duties as specified in the Fire Safety Advisors Job Description.
You should hold a Fire safety science or fire engineering based education to HNC/HND level and supporting experience in the application of fire safety in a workplace setting.
or;
completion of the Fire & Rescue Service, fire safety modules at the Fire Service College and subsequent enforcement officer experience.
or;
Fire engineering degree and practical experience of the workplace application of fire safety.
or;
other fire safety professional qualification e.g.
Confederation of Fire Protection Associations Europe Diploma (CFPA Dip.);
Have a thorough knowledge of fire risk assessment principles and best practice.
Have a thorough knowledge and hold practical experience of undertaking the fire risk assessment process.
Membership of a credible organisation related to fire safety would be preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and sound computing skills are essential.
You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.
*Informal enquiries to: Alan Cunningham, Fire Safety Manager on
01382 66011, extension 36847
Hours of work are: 22.5 Hours per week
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
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