Life Safety Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on16, Oakland Drive, Warwick on the James, Hilton Village, Newport News, Virginia, 23601, United States
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety, the Life Safety Engineer serves as the subject matter expert for fire and life safety programs within Riverside Health System. This role is critical to ensuring a safe and healthful physical environment for all building occupants by developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive fire prevention strategies.
You will act as the primary liaison with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, surveyors, and regulatory inspectors, leading all regulatory or accreditation surveys related to fire prevention. The position requires interpreting complex life safety and building design drawings to participate in the development and design of construction projects and renovations. Additionally, you will respond to emergency situations to provide expert consultation and guidance.
Our Mission and Culture
Riverside Health System is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. As a team member, you are expected to uphold an image of professionalism, ethical behavior, and optimum customer service. We encourage involvement with professional, civic, and service organizations that align with our Mission, Vision, and Commitments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and community engagement.
Hiring Process
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System, please visit our careers page at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
Work location
Work model: On-site
16, Oakland Drive, Warwick on the James, Hilton Village, Newport News, Virginia, 23601, United States
Newport News, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop and implement fire prevention and life safety programs
- check_circleConduct compliance inspections and internal audits to ensure safety standards
- check_circleCoordinate technical fire and life safety training for staff and departments
- check_circleLead regulatory and accreditation surveys related to fire prevention
- check_circleInterpret life safety and building design drawings for construction projects
- check_circleProvide expert guidance to senior leaders on fire safety codes and compliance
- check_circleAnalyze problems and develop solutions to improve life safety conditions
- check_circlePrepare reports detailing fire prevention issues and deficiencies
Requirements
- verifiedBachelors Degree in Fire Science, Engineering, Management, Healthcare or related field
- verified5-6 years Fire and Life Safety in healthcare or similar experience
- verifiedValid Drivers License
- verifiedCertified Life Safety Specialist for Health Care Facility Managers (CLSS-HC) within 1 Year
Nice to Have
2 years of Supervisor/Manager experience. NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) certification.
