Fire Safety Strategy & Risk Assessor

Tetra Tech Europe; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Fire Safety Adviser to deliver Type 1–4 fire risk assessments, compartmentation surveys and fire risk management plans for a diverse portfolio of buildings. You will interpret UK fire legislation, record findings clearly and work with clients to define practical remedial measures, combining independent site work, reporting and collaboration to drive safer environments.

This hands-on role offers career development as our practice grows, with opportunities across

Qualifications

• Proven fast-paced Fire Risk Assessor/Adviser experience.
• IFE or IFSM membership and registration on a recognised assessor register.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to obtain UK security clearance.
• Desirable: Level 3/4 Fire Safety diplomas or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Type 1–4 fire risk assessments and produce actionable reports.
• Undertake compartmentation surveys and assess passive fire protection.
• Apply UK fire legislation and guidance to assess conformity and mitigation.
• Engage with clients and facilities teams to define risk-reduction measures.
• Deliver reports to deadlines and support team knowledge sharing.

Skills

Fire risk assessments

Stakeholder engagement

Written reports

Regulatory compliance

Education

IFE/IFSM membership

Registration on assessor register (TFRAR)

Full UK driving licence

Ability to obtain UK security clearance

Job description

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Fire Safety Adviser to deliver Type 1–4 fire risk assessments, compartmentation surveys and fire risk management plans for a diverse portfolio of buildings. You will interpret UK fire legislation, record findings clearly and work with clients to define practical remedial measures, combining independent site work, reporting and collaboration to drive safer environments.

This hands-on role offers career development as our practice grows, with opportunities across