Fire Risk Consultant & Validator
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Risk Consultant / Fire Risk Validator to join a growing and forward-thinking safety consultancy. This role is key to maintaining high standards across fire risk assessments, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and supporting continuous improvement in technical delivery.
If you want the opportunity to be trained and developed as a Fire Validator, apply for this role!
Key Responsibilities
Report Validation & Quality Assurance
Review and validate fire risk assessment reports against relevant industry standards (including BAFE SP205 and PAS 79)
Ensure reports include clear, justifiable risk ratings and prioritised actions
Check for completeness, accuracy, and legal complianceTechnical Review
Assess supporting evidence such as photographs, floor plans, and documentation
Identify inconsistencies, omissions, or technical inaccuracies
Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders where requiredFeedback & Coaching
Provide constructive feedback to assessors to improve report quality
Support consistency in risk scoring and report writing standards
Contribute to ongoing development of the technical teamCompliance & Documentation
Maintain accurate audit trails and validation records
Support internal and external audits
Ensure documentation meets regulatory and accreditation requirementsContinuous Improvement
Assist in refining templates, checklists, and procedures
Stay up to date with UK fire safety legislation and best practicesRequirements
Minimum Level 3 qualification in Fire Risk Assessment
At least 3 years' experience conducting and/or reviewing fire risk assessments
Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and Building Regulations
Familiarity with BAFE SP205 and PAS 79 methodologies
Understanding of fire safety systems (alarms, emergency lighting, extinguishers, etc.)
Membership with a recognised professional body (e.g. IFE, IFSM) preferredBenefits
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
25 days annual leave + public holidays
Professional membership fees covered
Ongoing training and CPD support
Flexible hybrid/remote working
Optional company car or mileage allowanceApply Now
If you're an experienced fire risk professional looking to move into a technical validation and compliance-focused role, please contact Alan Atkinson for further information