Fire Risk Assessor

Purosearch; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing fire safety consultancy in the UK is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor to conduct comprehensive assessments across various properties. The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of experience, a recognized fire safety qualification, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include producing compliant FRA reports and advising clients on fire safety legislation. This position involves travel primarily within the Midlands area to complete a variety of exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Fire Risk Assessor.
• Recognised fire safety qualification such as NEBOSH Fire.
• Strong understanding of current fire safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments.
• Produce clear and compliant FRA reports.
• Provide expert fire safety guidance.

Skills

Fire safety legislation understanding

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

NEBOSH Fire or equivalent

Job description

This is a highly exciting opportunity for a fire risk assessor to join a growing fire safety consultancy. The successful fire risk assessor will be working predominantly around the Midlands region with occasional travel outside. The fire risk assessor will be working on a variety of exciting projects across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments across a range of commercial, residential, and public-sector properties.
• Produce clear, concise, and fully compliant FRA reports.
• Provide expert guidance to clients on fire safety legislation and best practice (including the Fire Safety Order 2005).
• Identify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend proportionate actions.
• Liaise with building managers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure corrective measures are completed.
• Keep up to date with industry standards, regulations, and training.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Fire Risk Assessor (minimum 1–2 years preferred).
• Recognised fire safety qualification such as NEBOSH Fire, IFE, FRAR, FSO, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of current fire safety legislation and British Standards.
• Excellent written communication and report‑writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

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

Key words include: (Fire, Fire Safety, Fire Risk Assessor, Fire Risk Assessment)