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.

• competitive salary
• flexible working
• genuine support for CPD, professional development and continued accreditation