Fire Risk Assessor

Goodman Masson; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Masson in London are supporting a social housing organisation to recruit an interim Fire Risk Assessor. You will undertake Type 1, 3 and 4 FRA across residential and managed properties, identifying hazards and providing remedial recommendations to residents and housing teams.

The role requires 2-3 years' FRA experience in social housing, a NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate, and strong knowledge of fire safety legislation.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience undertaking Fire Risk Assessments, preferably within social housing.
• Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation (RRO 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021).
• Experience producing FRA reports and recommending remedial actions.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Type 1, 3 and 4 Fire Risk Assessments across properties.
• Identify fire safety hazards and recommend remedial actions.
• Complete FRA reports within timescales and maintain records.
• Provide clear fire safety advice to residents and stakeholders.
• Support PEEP processes where required.
• Investigate incidents and report root causes.

Skills

Fire risk assessment expertise

Residential housing

Stakeholder communication

Education

NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Goodman Masson are currently working with a London social housing organisation to recruit for an interim Fire Risk Assessor.

Pay - £300 - 350 per day INSIDE IR35

The Role

As an Interim Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for undertaking Type 1, 3 and 4 Fire Risk Assessments, identifying fire safety risks and recommending appropriate remedial actions.

You will work closely with the wider fire safety team, internal stakeholders, contractors and residents to ensure fire safety risks are effectively identified, managed and resolved.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments across residential and other managed properties.
• Identifying fire safety hazards and recommending appropriate remedial actions.
• Completing FRA reports to a high standard and within required timescales.
• Carrying out post-inspection reviews to ensure remedial works have been completed appropriately.
• Peer reviewing Fire Risk Assessments completed by colleagues and external consultants.
• Providing clear and practical fire safety advice to residents, housing teams, contractors and senior stakeholders.
• Supporting Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) processes where required.
• Investigating fire incidents and producing reports identifying root causes and recommendations.
• Identifying and proactively reporting fire safety hazards.
• Providing technical advice on fire safety legislation, procedures and best practice.
• Maintaining accurate records of assessments, remedial actions and outstanding risks.

About You

You will be an experienced Fire Risk Assessor with a strong background in residential housing, ideally within a local authority, housing association or similar environment.

You will have:

• At least 2-3 years' experience undertaking Fire Risk Assessments, preferably within social housing.
• A recognised fire safety qualification such as NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021 and associated legislation.
• Experience applying PAS 79 methodologies.
• Good understanding of the passive fire protection and its application within residential buildings.
• Experience producing detailed FRA reports and maintaining accurate compliance records.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical fire safety matters to residents and non-technical stakeholders.
• The confidence to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider fire safety team.
• Professional membership of organisations such as IFE, IFSM or IOSH would be advantageous.