The role of Fire Risk Assessor will include:
1. Undertaking fire risk assessments, audits, inspections and surveys in line with organisational policies and procedures
2. Producing and maintaining reports/documentation for fire risk assessment specifications, with the ability to demonstrate inspections and remedial actions meet KPIs
3. Coordinating, communicating and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, identifying any shortfalls in service delivery
4. Raising awareness of fire risks and promoting fire safety measures
Skills and experiences:
5. To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to Fire Risk Assessor Level 4 (FPA) or currently undertaking the qualification. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted.
6. Recent experience of undertaking a similar role such as Fire Risk Surveyor, Fire Risk Assessor or Fire Safety Officer
7. Proven track record of conducting fire risk assessments ideally gained in the social housing or construction sector (or similar)
8. Some knowledge of Fire regulations including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, legislation and current and good practice
9. Proven experience of working to deadlines and prioritising work loads
10. Working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and Outlook
11. Travel is a requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence is essential
About us
We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
12. 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
13. A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
14. Life Assurance
15. Employee Advice Service including counselling
16. Cycle to Work scheme
17. Voluntary health plans
18. Employee discounts
19. Wellbeing support and tools
20. Employee recognition scheme
21. Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
22. Role salary is £35,468 with an additional policy allowance of £12,027 per annum (rising to £37,335 with an additional policy allowance of £12,660 annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
23. If qualified to FPA Level 4 role salary is £35,468 with an additional policy allowance of £13,456 per annum (rising to £37,335 with an additional policy allowance of £14,165 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
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