Fire Risk Assessor

Purosearch; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety consultancy is seeking an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to deliver high-quality fire safety assessments across Scotland. The role involves conducting detailed assessments, preparing reports, and providing actionable advice to clients. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of fire safety legislation and excellent communication skills. Opportunities for funded qualifications and development are provided.

Benefits

Employer-funded qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience conducting fire risk assessments across multiple building types.
• Good understanding of Scottish fire safety legislation and relevant standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed fire risk assessments in accordance with current Scottish legislation.
• Prepare clear, concise, and actionable fire risk assessment reports.
• Provide clients with fire safety advice and practical recommendations.

Skills

Conducting fire risk assessments

Understanding of Scottish fire safety legislation

Strong communication skills

Education

IFE or IFSM Membership

Job description

We're recruiting for an experienced and qualified Fire Risk Assessor to join our clients growing team, delivering high-quality fire safety assessments across the Central Belt of Scotland. You’ll work with a diverse range of clients, from commercial and industrial premises to residential and public sector properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed fire risk assessments in accordance with current Scottish legislation and best practice (PAS 79, BS 9999).
• Prepare clear, concise, and actionable fire risk assessment reports.
• Provide clients with fire safety advice, practical recommendations, and support in achieving compliance.
• Liaise with building owners, facility managers, and responsible persons to discuss findings and remedial actions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fire safety legislation, guidance, and standards.

About You

• Proven experience conducting fire risk assessments across multiple building types.
• Good understanding of Scottish fire safety legislation and relevant standards.
• Ideally hold or be working towards IFE or IFSM Membership.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a developing fire risk assessor to gain experience conducting fire risk assessments on a wide range of premises. All future development and qualifications will be funded by the employer.

Suitable fire risk assessors please apply directly or call James on 0161 441 1450.

Key words include: Fire, Fire Safety, Fire Risk Assessor, Fire Risk Assessing, Fire Management, IFE, IFSM.