Fire Risk Assessor

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor to support the Council in fulfilling its fire safety duties. This position involves undertaking fire risk assessments for residential buildings, providing professional advice, and engaging with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess at least 5 years of experience in the social housing sector and hold a relevant Level 5 fire safety qualification. Hybrid working is available, requiring site visits and collaboration with teams to ensure fire safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in fire risk assessments within social housing.
• Experience with complex residential buildings and high-rise assessments.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory fire safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake fire risk assessments of residential buildings.
• Provide fire safety advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams to manage fire risks effectively.

Skills

Knowledge of fire safety legislation

Communication skills

Report writing

Team collaboration

Education

Level 5 qualification in fire safety

Graduate membership of a recognized professional body

Job description

Job Title

Fire Risk Assessor (Residential / Social Housing)

Department

Housing / Asset Management / Compliance

Reports to

Fire Safety Manager / Head of Building Safety

Job Purpose

To support the Council in meeting its statutory duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 by undertaking competent fire risk assessments of residential buildings, including complex and high-risk properties, and by providing expert fire safety advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Fire Risk Assessment

• Undertake fire risk assessments of both complex and non-complex residential buildings, including High-Risk Buildings (HRBs).
• Identify fire hazards, assess risk levels, and recommend proportionate control measures in line with current legislation, guidance, and best practice.
• Ensure assessments are suitable, sufficient, and aligned with the competency framework set out in BS 8674:2025.

Professional Advice and Support

• Provide competent fire safety advice to senior managers, housing teams, asset management teams, and other stakeholders.
• Clearly communicate fire safety risks, priorities, and legal requirements to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support informed decision-making through clear, evidence-based recommendations.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Work collaboratively with internal departments, external agencies, contractors, and support providers to ensure identified fire risks are effectively managed.
• Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services and other regulatory bodies as required.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of fire safety management arrangements across the Council’s residential housing portfolio.
• Support the development and review of fire safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Keep up to date with changes in fire safety legislation, guidance, and industry best practice.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications and Professional Membership

• Level 5 or higher qualification in fire safety or fire safety engineering from a recognised fire sector professional body.
• Graduate-level (or higher) membership of a recognised fire or construction professional body.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience undertaking fire risk assessments within the social housing sector, including complex residential buildings.
• Demonstrable experience assessing higher-risk or high-rise residential buildings.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Sound understanding of building construction methods and their impact on fire safety.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including high-quality report writing.
• Ability to present technical fire safety information clearly and confidently.

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working model, combining site visits with office-based and home working.
• Regular travel to Council-owned residential properties will be required.

Additional Information

• The post holder will be expected to demonstrate competence appropriate to the complexity of buildings assessed, in line with national guidance and professional standards.
• This role plays a critical part in improving safety outcomes for residents and staff and supporting the Council’s commitment to regulatory compliance and professional excellence.