Fire Risk Assessor (DSEAR)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety consultancy is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor for a UK-based hybrid role based in Leeds. The successful candidate will undertake responsibilities such as conducting fire risk assessments across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, ensuring all projects comply with relevant legislation. This role offers the opportunity to work on various client-specific projects while supporting technical leadership in a dynamic environment. Qualifications include a recognised fire risk assessment certification and strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Familiar with BAFE SP205 Validation process.
• Demonstrable CPD record.
• Member of IFSM or IFE.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fire risk assessments and reports in accordance with legislation.
• Developing fire strategy reports for residential and student accommodation.
• Providing fire safety advice and developing emergency plans.

Skills

Fire Risk Assessment

Health and Safety Management

Client Advocacy

Problem Solving

Education

Recognised Fire Risk Assessment qualification

Diploma level qualification in health and safety

CMIOSH or equivalent (or working towards)

Job description

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Fire Risk Assessor (DSEAR), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

Eleven

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

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

Experience in commercial, residential, and industrial sectors is a must

The day job

• 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, completing European health, safety, and fire safety risk assessments as required.

Qualifications/Certifications

• Familiar 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.
• 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.