Job Description
FIRE RISK ASSESSORWe 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 AssessorPAY RATE: depending on experienceCONTRACT 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 serviceESSENTIAL 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 regionDESIRABLE: 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 experienceWHAT'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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