Fire Risk Assessor

Brandon James; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected fire safety consultancy in Maidstone is looking for an experienced Fire Risk Assessor. This role offers flexibility, project management autonomy, and potential leadership opportunities. Candidates should have experience in fire risk assessments and a strong understanding of UK fire safety legislation. A competitive salary of £38,000 - £50,000 is available along with fully expensed travel and professional development support.

Benefits

Fully expensed travel

Generous mileage allowance

CPD support

Flexible working hours

Defined pathway towards senior roles

Qualifications

• Ideally 2-3+ years' experience delivering Fire Risk Assessments.
• Tier 2 registration with the IFSM, IFE, or similar third-party body is preferred.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Fire Risk Assessments in line with PAS 79 and UK legislation.
• Deliver clear, compliant reports with risk-prioritised recommendations.
• Conduct fire door inspections and review passive fire protection measures.
• Provide practical advice to duty holders, building managers, and contractors.
• Liaise directly with clients to support full regulatory compliance.

Skills

Experience in Fire Risk Assessments

Knowledge of UK fire safety legislation

Strong written communication skills

Confident client interaction skills

Job description

Overview

A respected and specialist fire safety consultancy is seeking an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join their growing Maidstone-based team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Fire Risk Assessor looking for long-term progression, technical autonomy, and the potential to step into future leadership positions.

With a strong pipeline of work and a supportive management structure, this consultancy delivers high-quality fire safety services to a wide range of clients. The Fire Risk Assessor will be given flexibility over their schedule, the opportunity to manage their own projects, and involvement in varied property types without being restricted to a single sector.

This role is ideal for a Fire Risk Assessor who values professional integrity, enjoys responsibility, and seeks a clear career path in a people-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Fire Risk Assessments in line with PAS 79 and UK legislation
• Deliver clear, compliant reports with risk-prioritised recommendations
• Conduct fire door inspections and review passive fire protection measures
• Provide practical advice to duty holders, building managers, and contractors
• Liaise directly with clients to support full regulatory compliance
• Keep current with the Fire Safety Act 2021, Building Safety Act 2022, and FSO 2005
• Travel to client sites across the Southeast and London (all site travel expensed)

Requirements / Qualifications

• Ideally 2-3+ years\' experience delivering Fire Risk Assessments
• Tier 2 registration with the IFSM, IFE, or similar third-party body is preferred
• Excellent knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and standards
• Strong written communication and confident client interaction skills
• Full UK driving licence

In Return

• £38,000 - £50,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• Fully expensed travel and generous mileage allowance
• Flexible working and autonomy over schedule
• CPD support and professional development funded
• Broad project exposure across varied property types
• Friendly, forward-thinking fire safety consultancy
• Defined pathway towards senior and leadership roles

If you are a Fire Risk Assessor or other fire safety professional and considering your career opportunities, then contact Stuart Miller at Brandon James.

Reference #SM1031

Fire Risk Assessment / ADB / PAS 79 / BS 9999 / BS 9991 / IFE / IFSM / TFRAR / CFRAR / AIFSM / MIFSM / Fire Compartmentation / Fire Safety Management / FSO 2005 / Fire Safety Act / Fire Safety Consultancy / Fire Risk Management