Fire Risk Assessor

hireful; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety company is looking for a Fire Risk Assessor to manage client portfolios and conduct fire risk assessments. This role leads to a pathway in fire engineering, with funding for further qualifications. Ideal candidates should possess a Level 4 Fire Risk Assessor Certification and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Structured development plan

Flexible working options

Pension

Life insurance

Discounts on technology and travel

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 4 Fire Risk Assessor Certification.
• Registered with IFSM fire risk assessor register at Tier 2 minimum.
• Experience in residential and commercial premises.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality fire risk assessments.
• Advise clients on practical improvements.
• Collaborate with designers, contractors, and insurers.

Skills

Fire Risk Assessment expertise

Strong written and verbal communication

Diary management skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Level 4 Fire Risk Assessor Certification

GCSEs in Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or above

Job description

Fire Risk Assessor (Pathway to Fire Engineer)

Location: South / South-East / Home Counties

Bring your fire safety expertise to a role that is anything but routine. If you thrive on variety, enjoy meeting new clients, and want a clear pathway into fire engineering, this is for you.

We at PIB are on the lookout for a dynamic Fire Risk Assessor to effectively manage a personal portfolio of clients in order to deliver high-quality fire risk assessments and fire risk management service whilst at the same time contributing to and supporting PIB Risk Management and PIB Group as a whole.

The role offers strong potential and prospects. We want the successful candidate to progress from Fire Risk Assessor to Fire Risk Engineer, supported by our guidance and funded study towards a Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design & potentially a Fire Engineering Degree.

The ideal candidate will already be qualified to Level 4 Fire Risk Assessor Certification with good Maths and English qualifications, and experience will already be gained within residential, commercial & complex workplace environments.

What you’ll do

• Visit varied sites and industries: no two days or buildings are the same.
• Travel with purpose: visit new clients, see how different buildings operate, and solve real‑world problems on the ground.
• Autonomy and impact: shape safer outcomes while building your engineering skillset.

The role

• Conduct and deliver high-quality fire risk assessments and provide fire risk management consultancy.
• Advise clients on practical, risk‑led improvements.
• Collaborate with designers, contractors, and insurers on new and existing buildings.
• Contribute to fire strategies and technical reports with support from senior engineers.

What you’ll bring

• Suitably qualified in Fire Risk Assessment to Level 4 as a minimum.
• Be registered with the IFSM fire risk assessor register at Tier 2 minimum (CFAR).
• Strong experience with residential and commercial premises.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and guidance documents.
• Strong diary management and administration skills.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English.
• Strong written and verbal communication; confident with clients on site.
• A curious, analytical mindset and a willingness to travel.
• Ability to think outside of the box and provide realistic cost‑effective solutions.
• Full UK Driving License.

What you’ll get

• Structured development plan with additional training and mentoring fully funded.
• After a successful probation period, the opportunity to undertake a Fire Engineering degree (sponsored pathway).
• Exposure to diverse projects, from concept design to occupancy.
• Competitive salary and benefits, mileage/expenses, and tools to do your best work.
• Flexible working and holiday options.
• Pension, enhanced parental leave, and life insurance.
• Discounts on technology, travel, and leisure.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Volunteering and charity support days.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working and holiday options.
• Pension, enhanced parental leave, and life insurance.
• Discounts on technology, travel, and leisure.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Volunteering and charity support days.

Ready to turn fire risk assessing into fire engineering? Apply now and turn your fire safety experience into a long‑term engineering career while making a visible difference on every visit.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.