Lead Fire Risk Assessor

Global HSE Solutions Ltd; Calverton CP; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Global HSE Group in Calverton, England, is seeking a Lead Fire Risk Assessor to perform comprehensive fire risk assessments on site. You will inspect premises, review systems, and prepare evidence-based reports while advising clients on mitigations.

You will lead projects, coordinate with fire engineers and installers, ensure timely delivery, and mentor junior assessors. The role demands strong knowledge of fire safety legislation, excellent report writing, and proactive stakeholder engagement

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of fire safety legislation, codes of practice, and fire engineering principles.
• Structured fire risk assessments, site inspections, risk analysis, and pragmatic recommendations.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills to present findings clearly.
• Experience leading projects or teams in fire safety or related HSE fields.
• Strong stakeholder management and client/contractor engagement.
• FRA qualifications or professional body membership is beneficial.
• Competence with digital tools for report production and data collection.
• Attention to detail and sound professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive fire risk assessments across a range of buildings.
• Inspect premises, review fire safety systems and documentation.
• Prepare clear, evidence-based reports and action plans.
• Advise clients on prioritising remedial actions and compliance steps.
• Lead assessment projects, coordinating with engineers, installers and stakeholders.
• Ensure assessments are delivered on time and to quality standards.
• Mentor junior assessors and contribute to internal training.
• Help develop procedures and tools to strengthen services.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Communication

Mentoring

Digital reporting tools

Attention to detail

Education

FRA certification

Fire engineering degree

Professional training

Tools

Reporting software

Job description

Company Description Global HSE Group is a specialist fire safety and engineering company dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment. The business operates through four integrated divisions covering passive fire protection, technical services, building environments, and training, enabling strong knowledge exchange between fire engineers and installers. The group partners with clients who are committed to achieving robust fire safety standards and long-term compliance. By combining multi-disciplinary expertise with practical innovation, Global HSE Group delivers high-quality, compliant solutions while elevating industry standards. The company culture emphasizes collaboration, professionalism, and a shared commitment to uncompromising quality in fire safety.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Lead Fire Risk Assessor role based in Calverton. The Lead Fire Risk Assessor will carry out comprehensive fire risk assessments across a range of building types, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and recommending proportionate control measures in line with current legislation and best practice. Day-to-day responsibilities include inspecting premises, reviewing documentation and fire safety systems, preparing clear, evidence-based reports, and advising clients on prioritizing remedial actions. The role includes leading assessment projects, coordinating with fire engineers, installers, and client stakeholders, and ensuring assessments are completed to agreed timelines and quality standards. The Lead Fire Risk Assessor will also contribute to continuous improvement, support internal training and mentoring of junior assessors, and help develop procedures and tools that strengthen Global HSE Group’s fire safety services.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of fire safety legislation, codes of practice, and fire engineering principles, with experience applying them to real-world building environments.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct structured fire risk assessments, including site inspections, risk analysis, and development of pragmatic, proportionate recommendations.
• Excellent report-writing, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in a clear, concise, and actionable manner to varied audiences.
• Proven experience leading projects or teams in a fire safety, fire risk assessment, or related HSE environment, including planning work, managing deadlines, and ensuring quality.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, contractors, and internal colleagues across multiple divisions.
• Relevant fire safety or fire risk assessment qualifications (e.g., nationally recognized fire risk assessment certification, fire engineering degree, or equivalent professional training).
• Membership or eligibility for membership of a professional body (such as a fire safety or health and safety institution) is highly beneficial.
• Competence in using digital tools for report production, data collection, and documentation, with good general IT skills.
• Attention to detail, sound professional judgment, and a commitment to high