Rail and Road Fire Risk Assessor

Risk Assessor – Rail & Road Fire Engineering

Seniority Level: Entry level.
Employment Type: Part‑time.

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A Little More About Your Role

Our projects range from small‑scale to very large‑scale, including High‑Speed 2 stations, Old Oak Common, Curzon Street, Euston, HS2 tunnels, Crossrail stations, various London Underground and Network Rail refurbishment projects, and road tunnel projects in the UK and the Middle East. Fire engineering is integral to all infrastructure designs. We are seeking experienced professionals to join our high‑performing Railways Fire Engineering Team.

• Use of the Technical Guidance and Standards in the field of Fire Safety in Rail, Road and other building infrastructure.
• Understanding and implementing the regulatory reform fire safety order and CD352 tunnel systems design.
• Understanding the principle of building evacuation within rail and road environments.
• Assisting with fire safety risk assessments and surveying systems such as fire alarm and detection (BS 5839 parts 1 and 8), fire suppression systems and facilities for firefighter intervention (fire hydrant designs) for compliance.
• Technical knowledge and abilities in setting out portable fire suppression to BS 5306 and escape lighting to BS 5266 – part 1.

• Relevant qualification in fire risk assessment (PAS 79 or equivalent) – not essential.
• General knowledge in Fire Engineering or related engineering experience (e.g. fire alarm design and installation, building surveying, building facilities).
• Able to understand a brief from the project lead and complete tasks within time and budget.
• Willingness to learn and grow into the role of a risk assessor and complete assessments.
• Appreciation of clients’ needs and ability to communicate effectively with clients.
• Willingness to work away from home and occasionally at night.

Work‑life balance: hybrid working policy allows two days a week from home with office collaboration. Flexible working arrangements, part‑time options, and additional leave are available.

Inclusivity & Belonging: welcoming diverse backgrounds, supporting authenticity, and fostering a culture of inclusion.

Health & Wellbeing:
Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme up to 40% off gym memberships, comprehensive menopause support.

Flexibility: “WSP My Hour” allows one hour each day for personal activities, with time‑making‑up flexibility. Option to purchase additional leave and use bank holiday entitlement.

Supportive environment with training, mentoring and chartership opportunities to foster growth.

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