Job Description:

An established and growing fire safety consultancy is looking for an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join their team in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a competent Fire Risk Assessor seeking autonomy, varied projects and continued professional development.

The successful Fire Risk Assessor will undertake assessments across a broad portfolio of predominantly low-risk commercial properties, providing clients with clear, proportionate and practical fire safety advice.

The Fire Risk Assessor will manage their own workload and travel to client sites across the UK, producing detailed assessments and professional reports in line with current legislation and recognised industry guidance.

Responsibilities will include:

• Completing suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments across commercial premises
• Identifying fire hazards and recommending appropriate risk-control measures
• Producing clear reports, action plans and remedial recommendations
• Advising landlords, facilities teams, contractors and other stakeholders
• Supporting clients with improvements to fire safety arrangements
• Maintaining knowledge of current UK fire safety legislation and best practice
• Contributing to internal quality assurance and assessment validation processes

The successful Fire Risk Assessor will ideally have:

• Previous experience carrying out commercial fire risk assessments
• A recognised fire risk assessment qualification at Certificate / Level 3 or above
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, guidance and standards
• Membership of a recognised fire safety professional body or competent assessor register would be advantageous
• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple appointments
• A full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to travel, with occasional overnight stays

The Fire Risk Assessor will receive:

• £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Company vehicle or mileage allowance
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support
• Varied projects across multiple commercial sectors
• Clear opportunities for career progression

Ref: LB22924

If you are a fire professional looking for your next career move please get in contact with Lauren Banks at Brandon James.

Fire Risk Assessor / Fire Safety Engineer / PAS 79 / Fire Safety Act / Building Safety Act / IFE / IFSM / IOSH / Fire Risk Assessment / Fire Safety Consultancy