Fire Risk Assessor

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment agency is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor to conduct fire risk assessments and inspections across the UK. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £47,000 per annum along with benefits such as a company car, holiday entitlement, and health care plan. Candidates with a Level 3 Fire Safety qualification and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Company car (with private use option)

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Company pension and life insurance

Health care plan

Career development opportunities

Wagestream access

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Fire Safety required.
• Proven experience in fire risk assessments essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk assessments on various buildings.
• Perform fire door inspections at client sites.
• Maintain communication with management.

Skills

Fire Safety Level 3 qualification

Experience with fire risk assessments

IT literacy with mobile apps

Strong communication skills

Full UK driving license

Willingness to travel

Education

Level 3 qualification in Fire Safety

Tools

Quidvisrisk app

RMS software

Job description

AL895 - Fire Risk Assessor

Location: UK-wide travel (base flexible)

Salary: Up to £47,000 per annum

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Fire Risk Assessor on behalf of one of our clients.

This is a full-time, permanent position offering the opportunity to join a well-established organisation providing professional fire safety services to a wide range of clients across the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive fire risk assessments and fire door inspections, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and company standards.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel, although all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments on a range of buildings using company software.
• Conduct fire door inspections at client sites.
• Record significant findings accurately using the Quidvisrisk app and RMS software.
• Ensure assessments meet required standards and deadlines.
• Manage workload, travel, and scheduling to meet commitments.
• Maintain clear communication with management to support effective coordination.
• Complete all required administration, including expenses and mileage claims.
• Provide a professional and positive client experience at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Fire Safety (essential).
• Proven experience conducting fire risk assessments across various property types.
• Good IT literacy and confidence using mobile apps and reporting software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel across the UK (and occasionally Europe).

Desirable

• Third-party accreditation (IFE, IFSM, or FPA).
• Experience with residential FRA types 1-4.
• Fire door inspection qualification (e.g. C&G, BM Trada).

Additional Information

• Company car (with private use option).
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Company pension and life insurance.
• Health care plan and employee benefits programme.
• Wagestream access (instant wage availability).
• Career development opportunities.
• Full support from the leadership team.
• Referral scheme and immediate start available