ost: Transport and Business Engagement Manager
Salary: £56,071 – 72,807 per annum, plus currently there is an additional market rate supplement for eligible candidates, set at a maximum of 10% additional on top of the base salary.
Grade: FRS F
Contract type: Permanent
Location: This post is based at LFB HQ, 169 Union Street, with some flexibility to work from home / remotely, subject to agreement and needs of the service.
Application closing date: 4 PM on Tuesday 07 April 2026
London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s fire and rescue service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city. Employing over 5000 people across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer 999 calls), fire safety and our non-operational team (our team who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, which includes Fleet, IT, HR, Finance, Procurement, Communications team and many more).
About the Role
A rare opportunity has arisen to join the LFB’s Protection team leading specialist staff whose focus is London’s transport system and how we engage with business to promote fire safety engagement and improvement. We are seeking a technical fire safety professional to lead a dedicated team in ensuring fire safety compliance across London’s transport networks and business partnerships. This pivotal role involves shaping policies, fostering strategic collaborations, and supporting innovation in fire safety.
Your work will directly contribute to making London safer by shaping our improving the LFB’s business engagement, designing policies, building strategic partnerships, and identifying emerging risks. The role has four primary areas of responsibility: Primary Authority partnerships, Business Engagement, Transport Fire Safety, and Alternative Fuels. You will be responsible for promoting safety standards in accordance with key legislation including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 2009, and Petroleum (Consolidation) Regulations 2014.
What We’re Looking For
We need a professional with knowledge of fire safety legislation and experience of developing policies and managing partnerships.
While ideally, you’d have some knowledge of transport infrastructure risks and alternative fuels it is recognised this is a specialised area and as such this knowledge can be developed in post.
You will need the ability to communicate complex information clearly to various audiences. Team management/leadership experience is also essential
What matters most, is that we’re seeking a passionate, technical professional committed to enhancing London’s safety through collaboration and forward-thinking solutions.
As the Transport and Business Engagement Manager, you will develop and implement policies for Business Engagement thorough out London, Primary Authority Partnerships under the Enterprise Act 2016. You’ll create strategies that align with our Community Risk Management Plan and Mayoral objectives, while monitoring new risks like lithium-ion batteries and liquefied natural gas. A major part of your role will involve representing LFB at industry events, delivering presentations, and building relationships with businesses, councils and internal teams.
You will oversee fire risk assessments for transport infrastructure including tunnels, railway stations and Airports, ensuring compliance across all projects. The role requires you to serve as our Fire Safety Alternative Fuels Lead, staying up to date with technological developments while prioritising safety. You’ll manage a team, monitor budgets, and identify training needs while upholding our equality and safety policies.
Eligibility
In terms of qualifications, applicants should hold a minimum of a Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety (or actively working towards a Level 4 Diploma). However, applicants with equivalent fire-related qualifications or experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Assessment Overview
Stage 1
Online application, CV and cover letter (see instructions below).
To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. In addition to unloading a copy of your CV we would also request a copy of any certificates relating to any qualifications relied upon as part of the application process.
Cover letter requirements: Within your cover letter please provide one or two examples of:
How have you successfully collaborated with stakeholders such as local businesses, partner agencies, and community organisations to promote a shared culture of safety and ensure coordinated efforts in managing risk?
Can you describe your experience in applying relevant legislation, such as the Regulatory Reform Order, the Health and Safety at Work Act or other building and safety regulations, to maintain compliance and uphold standards within your remit?
What strategies have you used to unite internal teams and external partners around common goals, ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly understood and delivered effectively?
Please provide an example of how you guided a team through a challenging period. What steps did you take to support them, and how did you maintain morale and focus throughout?
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.
Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.
Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.
Stage 2
The assessment process will consist of:
Structured Interview and a written assessment
Assessment for this role is due to take place week commencing 13th April 2026 at the Brigade Headquarters (Union Street). Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.
Additional Information
Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs-london-fire-gov-uk.jobsmarket.site/pages/en-gb/jobs to access the full advert.
We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
Working pattern: Full-time (although part time / job share arrangements may also be considered).
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Hybrid working is available, subject to business need.
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loan
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation
Criminal records check
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.