Fire Safety Consultant (Zero Hour Contract)

SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd is seeking a Fire Safety Consultant on a zero-hour contract to lead fire risk assessments, compartmentation surveys and fire door inspections. You will provide expert guidance, review plans, and help develop management procedures across projects in the UK and Ireland.

The role suits someone aiming to progress into senior positions; you will contribute to client confidence and overall safety outcomes while growing within SOCOTEC's Fire Safety Practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years current experience of conducting full and comprehensive fire risk assessments.
• Working knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Full understanding of building regulations and fire safety guidance documents.
• Understanding and knowledge of compartmentation requirements in construction.

Responsibilities

• Performing Fire Compartmentation & Integrity Surveys
• Carrying out Fire Door Inspection

Skills

Fire risk assessments

Compartmentation

Fire door surveys

Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order

British Standards knowledge

Job description

Fire Safety Consultant (Zero Hour Contract)

• Contract
• Department: BFS-BRA - Fire Safety Practice
• Business Unit: Fire Safety Practice

Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients.

What's in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Fire Safety Consultant - Zero hour contract

Make an Impact - Become a Fire Safety Consultant with SOCOTEC!

To support our ambitious growth, we’re excited to welcome new talent to our Environment & Safety Division. SOCOTEC’s Fire Safety teams are award-winning, innovative, and adaptable - delivering practical, cost-effective solutions across the full spectrum of fire safety challenges, backed by exceptional technical expertise.

We’re looking for a fire safety superstar to join our team and make a real impact. You’ll lead on fire risk assessments, compartmentation and fire door surveys, while also providing expert advice, reviewing plans, developing and auditing management procedures, and delivering engaging fire safety training. This is your chance to use your expertise to keep buildings safe, clients confident, and your career moving forward.

This role is ideal for someone aiming to progress into a more senior position in the future, offering the opportunity to eventually take the lead, shape a growing team and expand a client base across Ireland - an exciting chance to make a real impact and drive growth over time.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Performing Fire Compartmentation & Integrity Surveys
• Carrying out Fire Door Inspection

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Minimum 5 years current experience of conducting full and comprehensive fire risk assessments
• Working knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Full understanding of building regulations and the associated requirements for fire safety and knowledge of relevant guidance documents
• Understanding and knowledge of the requirements for compartmentation within construction including floors, walls, doors, fire stopping installations, penetration sealing products and techniques and fire/smoke dampers
• Detailed knowledge of British Standards relating to fire safety and installations (fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire safety signage, fire extinguishers, suppression systems etc.)
• Identify hazards and associated risks, provide guidance to remove or reduce the risks to an acceptable level and manage the remaining risks
• Produce detailed reports using SOCOTEC UK Limited templates, in required timescales to meet project KPIs and to expected standards
• Help guide clients through the necessary statutory requirements to ensure compliance and ensure we maintain our expected service levels

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.