FIRE RISK ASSESSOR
We are looking to recruit an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to deliver fire safety assessments and advice across Defence sites within the South/Southeast region of the UK.
Role: Fire Risk Assessor
Pay Rate: depending on experience
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: South/Southeast Region (Field-based with remote working)
The Role: The Fire Risk Assessor will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and delivering fire risk assessments (FRAs) across a range of Defence properties. This role involves travel across multiple sites, providing expert fire safety advice, and ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation and Defence policies. The position offers a mix of site-based and remote working.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct fire risk assessments across Defence sites in line with legislation and best practice
* Plan and manage a schedule of FRA visits, ensuring efficient travel and workload management
* Produce detailed reports and deliver findings within agreed timelines
* Engage with site stakeholders, including Heads of Establishment, to communicate key findings
* Deliver face-to-face briefings and fire safety advice to clients
* Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety regulations and Defence policies
* Use internal systems and MS Office tools to manage workload and reporting
* Maintain high standards of accuracy, professionalism, and customer service
Essential Requirements
* Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety (e.g. SFJ, FireQual, ABBE or equivalent)
* Proven experience conducting fire risk assessments
* Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation and guidance
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
* Ability to manage workload independently and meet targets
* Competent IT skills (MS Office and reporting systems)
* Willingness to travel 2-3 days per week across the region
Desirable
* Professional membership (e.g. IFE, IFSM)
* Experience in fire investigations or fire resilience assessments
* Experience working within Defence or public sector environments
* Strong stakeholder engagement and client-facing experience
What’s on Offer
* Company vehicle for site visits
* 23 days holiday (rising to 27) + option to buy more
* Pension, life assurance & enhanced family benefits
* Travel and accommodation expenses covered
* Access to discounts, wellbeing support & volunteering opportunities
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