Fire & Health and Safety Risk Assessor

Fire Risk Assessor & Health and Safety Advisor

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000

Location: South East & London – Flexible base – UK-wide travel required

We are seeking an experienced Dual Fire Risk Assessor & Health and Safety Advisor to deliver complex and high‑risk fire risk assessments and general health & safety risk assessments across a wide range of premises, including higher‑risk residential buildings (HRBs). This senior role requires advanced professional judgement and strong consultancy skills, supporting responsible persons, accountable persons and duty holders in meeting UK fire safety and health & safety legislation.

The role operates in line with BAFE SP205, BS 9792, relevant British Standards and best‑practice guidance.

• Deliver complex and high‑risk Fire Risk Assessments, including HRBs.
• Carry out general Health & Safety Risk Assessments across multiple sectors.
• Provide specialist fire safety consultancy advice on fire strategy intent, means of escape, evacuation strategies and management arrangements (within competence).
• Interpret and apply UK legislation, British Standards, Approved Documents and recognised guidance.
• Produce clear, defensible and auditable reports with prioritised action plans.
• Provide professional advice to clients and liaise with key stakeholders, including Fire & Rescue Services.
• Support internal quality assurance and compliance with BAFE SP205 requirements.
• Maintain CPD, NFRAR registration and technical competence; provide mentoring where required.

• Advanced competence in fire risk assessment and fire safety consultancy.
• Registered on NFRAR at Advanced Fire Risk Assessor / Fire Safety Consultant level (or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, including:
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Fire Safety Act 2021
• Building Safety Act 2022
• Competence in general health & safety risk assessment.
• Experience assessing complex premises and higher‑risk residential buildings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Recognised fire safety qualifications.
• Health & safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent).
• Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. IFSM, IOSH).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide (including occasional overnight stays).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking and growing consultancy, working on high‑profile, complex and meaningful projects across the UK. You’ll have the autonomy to apply your expertise, the backing of a supportive technical team, and the opportunity to influence standards, quality and best practice at a senior level. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working and genuine support for CPD, professional development and continued accreditation.

If you’re an experienced Fire Risk Assessor with Health & Safety competence, looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your work genuinely makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.