Fire Risk Assessor

Principal People Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing provider in the Greater London area seeks an experienced Fire Officer to enhance resident safety through effective fire risk assessments and compliance with fire safety legislation. In this purpose-driven role, you will collaborate with a dedicated team to implement fire safety policies and positively impact community safety. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 or 4 qualification in Fire Safety Management and proven experience in residential settings. A supportive work environment with generous benefits awaits.

Benefits

Essential car user allowance

Matched pension up to 6%

31 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance and lifestyle perks

21 hours’ paid volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in carrying out FRAs in residential housing settings.
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation, especially within housing associations or local authorities.
• Knowledge of Approved Documents and industry guidance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional FRAs across various residential buildings.
• Support the development and implementation of fire safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Respond to incidents and support fire investigation processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to build and maintain a strong fire safety culture.

Skills

Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs)

Fire Safety Legislation

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Level 3 or 4 qualification in Fire Risk Assessment or Fire Safety Management

Professional fire safety accreditation

Job description

We’re delighted to be recruiting an experienced Fire Officer to join a well-established Fire Safety Team within a housing provider that puts resident safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything they do.

We’ve already placed several professionals across their Health & Safety and Fire Safety functions, and the feedback has been outstanding, a team where people feel valued, supported, and truly appreciate the collaborative culture and work-life balance on offer.

This is a high-impact, purpose-driven role where you’ll directly contribute to the safety of residents and communities. Reporting to the Senior Fire Officer, you’ll play a key part in delivering a high-quality, specialist fire safety management and risk assessment service across a diverse residential portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver professional FRAs across a variety of residential buildings
• Support the development and implementation of fire safety policies and procedure
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Respond to incidents and support fire investigation processes
• Collaborate with internal teams to build and maintain a strong fire safety culture

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience carrying out FRAs in residential housing settings
• Level 3 or 4 qualification in Fire Risk Assessment or Fire Safety Management
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation, particularly within housing associations or local authorities
• Knowledge of Approved Documents and industry guidance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a dispersed team
• A professional fire safety accreditation (or willingness to work towards one)

What’s on Offer

• 1,300 essential car user allowance
• Up to 6% matched pension
• Up to 31 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan, life assurance & lifestyle perks
• 21 hours’ paid volunteering leave
• A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that’s genuinely committed to making a difference. If you’re passionate about fire safety and looking for a rewarding next step, we’d love to hear from you.