Fire Risk Assessor (DSEAR)

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety consultancy in the UK is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor for a hybrid role. The position involves delivering comprehensive fire risk assessments, developing safety strategies, and advising clients on compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess recognized fire safety qualifications and relevant industry experience to tackle complex fire safety issues effectively.

Qualifications

• Membership of IFSM or IFE required.
• Familiarity with BAFE SP205 Validation process.
• Demonstrable CPD record essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing comprehensive fire risk assessments in line with legislation.
• Developing strategic emergency and evacuation plans.
• Advising clients on compliance and safety improvements.

Skills

Fire Safety

Health and Safety

Risk Assessment

Legislative Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Recognised Fire Risk Assessment qualification

Diploma level qualification in health and safety

CMIOSH or equivalent

Job description

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Fire Risk Assessor

UK Based Hybrid role for a leading safety consultancy (several roles available - from senior to lead)

In this position, you will be expected to develop relationships and deliver robust Fire Risk Assessments and reports.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing fire, health and safety risk assessments in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Developing retrospective fire strategy reports for residential and student accommodation buildings.
• Providing robust fire, health and safety advice to clients with high-level advocacy.
• Developing emergency plans and evacuation plans (including specific tenant plans).
• Delivering on client-specific projects and competent person roles.
• Providing corporate management advice, gap analysis reports, and fire and health and safety management systems.
• Supporting the Technical Director in department projects.
• Completing technical reviews of consultant fire, health, and safety risk assessments.
• Keeping up to date with current legislation and advising clients on compliance requirements.
• Identifying and discussing solutions to health, safety, and fire-related problems.
• Reviewing international regulations and compliance regulations, and completing European health, safety, and fire safety risk assessments as required.

Qualifications and Certifications:

• Familiarity with BAFE SP205 Validation process.
• Demonstrable CPD record.
• Member of IFSM or IFE.
• Recognised Fire Risk Assessment qualification.
• Diploma level qualification in health and safety.
• CMIOSH or equivalent (or working towards).
• Registered on a recognised Fire Consultants’ Register.
• Thorough understanding of British Standards relating to fire in the residential sector.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations Approved Document B, British Standards, relevant fire, health and safety legislation, ACOPS, Approved Documents M and K.
• Awareness of CDM 2015 Regulations.

If you have DSEAR experience, that would be the cherry on top of the cake.