Fire Risk Assessor

SGS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance related bonus

Private medical cover

Pension scheme

Annual Leave allowance

Birthday day off

Retailer discounts

Enhanced parental pay

Length of Service Awards

Christmas vouchers

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

SGS is seeking an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join our Fire Safety team. You will undertake fire risk assessments across commercial, industrial and residential properties, providing clients with practical guidance and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery.

This permanent, field-based role covers UK sites with a focus on Bristol and Derby. You will travel to client sites as required and support business needs through occasional out-of-hours or weekend work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years demonstrable experience in fire risk assessment.
• Competent to the highest risk tier of FRA undertaken (Tier 1–3).
• Knowledge of PAS 79 and RRO 2005 guidance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk assessments across commercial, industrial and residential properties.
• Produce, review and quality check detailed FRA reports.
• Identify fire safety risks and provide clear recommendations.
• Liaise with clients and provide technical advice throughout assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and upload data to SGS digital systems.
• Travel to client sites and support after-hours or weekend work.

Skills

Professional body registration

Fire safety legislation knowledge

Independent FRA report review

Education

Level 3/4 Fire Risk Assessment

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Fire Risk Safety Office

Job Type: Permanent

Location: UK Wide – Field Based - Predominantly Bristol and Derby

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am - 5pm

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Car

Industry: Environmental

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join our growing Fire Safety team. This is an excellent opportunity for a competent and customer‑focused professional who is passionate about fire safety and compliance. You'll undertake fire risk assessments across a variety of commercial, industrial and residential properties, providing clients with practical guidance and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk assessments in accordance with current legislation, standards and best practice guidance.
• Identify and highlight fire safety risks, providing clear recommendations and escalating high‑risk concerns where appropriate.
• Produce, review and quality check detailed fire risk assessment reports.
• Liaise with clients professionally, providing technical advice and support throughout the assessment process.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all assessment data is uploaded correctly to SGS digital systems.
• Travel to client sites as required and support business needs through occasional out‑of‑hours or weekend working.

Qualifications

Competency Requirements

• Holds Level 3 / 4 preferred qualification in Fire Risk Assessment or Fire Safety
• Registered with a recognised professional body (IFE / IFSM / FRACS)
• Minimum 5 years demonstrable experience in fire risk assessment
• Competent to the highest risk tier of FRA undertaken (Tier 1–3) complex and industrial buildings
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of fire safety legislation and guidance (PAS 79, RRO 2005)
• Skilled in independent technical review and audit of FRA reports

Desirable

NEBOSH Fire Qualification

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (immediate access)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.