SENIOR FIRE RISK ASSESSOR
Diamond & Co £40,000 £55,000 DOE Glasgow / Flexible working
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for a Senior Fire Risk Assessor to join Diamond & Co and play a key role in delivering high-quality, compliance-led fire risk assessments across residential, mixed-use and commercial portfolios, including Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs).
This is a senior delivery role requiring independent technical judgement, strong report authorship and the confidence to lead complex residential assessments. You will work within a BAFE SP205-accredited environment, where quality, consistency and defensible recommendations are central to how we operate.
Working under the direction of the Director of Fire Safety, you will take ownership of your own portfolio while also supporting wider team performance through peer review, mentoring and technical input.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
This role requires strong technical capability, sound judgement and the ability to manage complex assessment work independently.
You will be expected to undertake and lead Type 14 fire risk assessments, produce clear and proportionate life safety recommendations, and communicate findings professionally to a range of clients including managing agents, housing associations and developers.
You will also contribute to quality assurance, supporting junior assessors through peer review and helping maintain compliance with BAFE SP205 audit requirements.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
Youll be successful in this role if:
Your assessments are technically robust, proportionate and professionally written
Your recommendations are clear, defensible and aligned to current benchmarks
Clients trust your judgement and rely on your advice
You manage your workload, priorities and portfolio effectively
You raise standards across the team through mentoring and QA input
HOW YOULL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME
Most weeks, youll be:
Undertaking and leading Type 14 fire risk assessments across varied building types
Managing complex residential assessments independently, including HRB exposure
Producing clear, structured reports aligned to PAS 79-1 / BS 9992 methodology
Reviewing fire strategies where relevant to assessment findings
Presenting findings clearly to clients and stakeholders
Supporting quality assurance through peer review of junior assessor reports
Contributing to internal technical standards and BAFE SP205 audit compliance
Providing reasoned technical advice aligned to current benchmarks
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
This role suits someone who:
Has strong experience undertaking fire risk assessments across a range of building types
Can lead complex residential assessments independently
Produces clear, well-structured reports and defensible recommendations
Has strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and current benchmarks
Is confident working with clients and explaining findings professionally
Can manage their own workload effectively and meet agreed deadlines
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
Candidates must meet all of the following:
Qualifications
Level 4 Diploma in Fire Risk Assessment (Ofqual regulated and industry recognised route)
Experience
Minimum 5 years demonstrable experience undertaking fire risk assessments
Proven experience leading complex residential assessments independently
Professional Registration
MIFSM (Member of the Institution of Fire Safety Managers)
Minimum Tier 2 registration on the Competency Council for Fire Risk Assessors Register (CFRAR)
Technical Knowledge
Working knowledge of:
PAS 79-1 and BS 9992 methodology
Fire (Scotland) Act 2005
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Fire Safety Act 2021
PAS 9980 principles
BS 8674:2025
IT WOULD BE ADVANTAGEOUS IF YOU ALSO HAVE
Tier 3 NAFRAR registration
BAFE SP205 Validator qualification
Registration with, or working towards membership of, the Institution of Fire Engineers
Experience undertaking Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls
Experience contributing to Single Building Assessments in Scotland
EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS
Strong residential portfolio experience, including complex blocks
HRB exposure and compliance-led delivery
External wall / faade risk experience (including FRAEW exposure)
Excellent technical report writing and client-facing communication
Strong organisation and time management skills
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary, aligned to experience
Flexible working, with UK-wide project exposure (role dependent)
25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus Christmas closure
Private healthcare (after probation) + employee assistance programme
Life assurance (3x salary)
Fully funded training and professional development
Support with APC, CPD and professional qualifications
Employee perks (Spectrum Life + Extras), Cycle to Work and free eye tests
Referral scheme + staff social events
ABOUT DIAMOND & CO
Diamond & Co is a UK-wide multidisciplinary building consultancy and fire engineering practice. The company combines chartered building surveying, architectural design, principal designer and project management services with specialist fire safety expertise to support commercial, residential and mixed-use developments across the UK and Europe.
Known for delivering tailored, practical solutions, Diamond & Co focuses on technical quality over volume, providing clear, considered advice rather than tick-box reporting.
Our experienced team works closely with clients to understand their needs, ensuring high-quality outcomes and professional standards on every assignment.
HOW WE HIRE
Initial conversation with our talent team
Interview focused on technical experience, judgement and approach
We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.
INTERESTED?
Apply with your CV.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required. Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check.
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