Residential Fire Risk Assessor

Residential Fire Risk Assessor

Join Osterna, part of RMG and Places for People Group, as an experienced Residential Fire Risk Assessor to support a proactive team of Health & Safety Professionals across Hatfield and surrounding areas.

Work is predominantly home‑based with up to 10 site visits a week. When on site you will conduct inspections of residential properties including traditional blocks, sheltered housing, HMO and high‑rise (18 m+). You will also author risk assessment reports and liaise with Property Managers and Directors to propose remedial actions.

• Carry out inspections of residential properties (blocks, sheltered housing, HMO, high‑rise).
• Produce comprehensive fire risk assessment reports.
• Provide advice to management on repairs and preventive measures.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Experience in fire risk assessment on high‑rise residential buildings.
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Level 3 NEBOSH National General Certificate.
• Experience with HSFRA Type 1 and Type 3 assessments, and Compartmentation Surveys.
• Excellent accuracy, attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
• Knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and local government guidance.
• LaCORS experience desirable; training will be provided.
• Safe Contractor and NSI approved provider of BAFESP
  205 Fire Risk Assessments.

• 27 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays, with option to buy/sell up to 5 days each year.
• Life Assurance Cover.
• Free Healthcare Cashback Plan and 24/7 remote GP Services.
• Sponsorship for study and professional qualifications (up to 4 study days).
• Pension scheme (matched up to 7%) and Life assurance (4 × annual salary).
• Access to Places for People Group rewards for shopping and cashback.

If you meet the criteria, upload a CV and a supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. For questions, email the recruitment team. We may advance the closing date if many applications are received.

Places for People commits to safeguarding and follows robust policies, including DBS checks where applicable. We guarantee interview opportunities for Armed Forces representatives, Disability Confident members, and Neurodivergent applicants.