Freelance Fire, Health and Safety Consultant

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a Freelance Fire, Health & Safety Consultant in London. This role involves risk assessments and consulting on safety matters for diverse clients. Ideal candidates will have proven expertise in fire and health safety, the ability to work hybrid, and strong stakeholder management skills. Competitive day rate offered for 3-5 days of work per week.

Qualifications

• Full driving license required.
• Ability to facilitate hybrid working.
• Experience in fire, health and safety assessments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake risk assessments for clients.
• Deliver client reports on time.
• Advise on risk management improvements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Risk assessments

Fire and health safety consulting

Client report delivery

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of compliance

Job description

Job Description

Freelance Fire, Health & Safety Consultant | 3-5 working days per week | Competitive day rate | London and M25

At Ark Workplace Risk, we empower our clients to confidently manage risk, compliance, and safety through a trusted partnership built on expert knowledge, innovative solutions, and proactive guidance and insight.

About Ark Workplace Risk:

• Proven Expert Knowledge: With over 30 years of experience and a trusted reputation among 200+ UK organisations, we provide workable solutions that align with our clients' organisational and business goals, as well as regulatory requirements.
• Industry-Leading Software: Our innovative tools streamline risk and compliance management, putting clients in control and enabling them to demonstrate accountability to stakeholders.
• Insight-Driven Solutions: As industry thought leaders, we provide actionable insights into emerging legislation, guidance, and industry trends, ensuring court-readiness for their business.
• Responsive Partnership: From everyday guidance to urgent, critical, and complex scenarios, we work in partnership with clients, becoming their trusted advisor and solution provider whenever needed.

About the Role:

Reporting into a Team Leader (each team is circa 5-7) and up to the Director of Professional Services, you will join a market-leading team of professionals to undertake risk assessments and advise on fire, health, and safety matters at mainly low- to mid-rise buildings, supporting our established portfolio of clients across residential, commercial, and retail segments.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake risk assessments including fire and health and safety, ensuring the earning target is met.
• Conduct various fire, health, and safety assignments within your competency.
• Deliver client reports within the agreed SLA, ensuring a forensic and pragmatic approach to achieve the Ark 'Gold Standard'.
• Design health and safety site management systems tailored to client requirements.
• Conduct onsite briefings and advise on risk management improvements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Share knowledge with other consultants to promote continuous learning.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of controlling risks and compliance related to our online management system QUOODA.
• Stay updated with technical and regulatory requirements impacting clients.
• Perform any reasonable requests made by the line manager.

Practical Requirements:

• Possess a full driving license and the ability to travel by car or public transport to assignments.
• Set up a suitable home office for connectivity, safety, and productivity to facilitate hybrid working.