Fire Risk Assessor

Fire Risk Assessor
Location: South East England
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £42,000 – £55,000 depending on experience
The Role
1st Select are working in partnership with a growing specialist consultancy is looking for an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join its expanding team.
This is a field-based position covering a range of properties across the South East with the successful candidate responsible for carrying out professional fire risk assessments and producing clear practical reports for clients.
You will have a high degree of autonomy in managing your workload and will be expected to maintain a consistently high standard of assessment and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake fire risk assessments across a variety of property types
* Inspect premises and identify significant fire safety risks
* Provide practical recommendations to reduce identified risks
* Prepare clear and accurate written reports
* Communicate findings and recommendations professionally with clients
* Keep up to date with relevant fire safety legislation, guidance and industry developments
* Manage appointments, travel and reporting requirements effectively
* Maintain appropriate professional and technical standards
About You
We're looking for an experienced assessor who can work confidently without close supervision and who takes pride in producing high-quality work.
You should have:
* Previous experience conducting Fire Risk Assessments
* A recognised qualification in fire safety or fire risk assessment
* Good knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and guidance
* Strong report-writing and communication skills
* Excellent attention to detail
* The ability to organise your own workload
* A full UK driving licence
* A professional and client-focused approach
Membership of a relevant professional body or additional industry accreditation would be advantageous.
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Company vehicle or appropriate travel provision
* Business mileage/fuel expenses
* Company pension
* Paid annual leave
* Professional development and ongoing CPD
* Support towards relevant additional qualifications
* A varied portfolio of work
* Flexible approach to managing field and report-writing responsibilities
* Opportunity to progress within a growing consultancy
Career Development
The successful candidate will have access to ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to broaden their experience across related areas of health, safety and property compliance.
The company is particularly interested in individuals who want to build a long-term career within the sector rather than simply looking for their next short-term position.
Apply
If you are an experienced Fire Risk Assessor looking for a new opportunity with a growing consultancy, please submit your CV for consideration