Principal Fire and Health & Safety Consultant

RPS Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RPS Group seeks a Principal Fire and Health & Safety Consultant to join our Health, Safety and Risk division in London. The successful candidate will lead safety assessments, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with fire legislation, contributing to meaningful safety solutions across various sectors.

Benefits

Accredited training

Flexible working arrangements

Diverse, inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of fire, health, and safety legislation.
• Demonstrable CPD record.
• Experience with fire risk assessments, including Type 4 and DSEAR.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fire, health, and safety risk assessments.
• Leading client-specific projects.
• Mentoring team members.

Skills

Knowledge of fire legislation

Communication skills

Understanding of British Standards

Education

Diploma in health and safety

Recognized fire risk assessment qualification

Member of IFSM or IFE

Job description

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Principal Fire and Health & Safety Consultant, London

Client: RPS Group

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2ce062ce366d

Job Views: 19

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Principal Fire and Health & Safety Consultant

RPS is seeking a Principal Health, Safety & Fire Consultant to join the Health, Safety and Risk division. You will undertake various health and safety risk assessments and high-level fire risk assessments, working with commercial, residential, industrial, and retail clients across the UK, with regional travel as required. You will lead client projects and manage client relationships.

We’re RPS, and our people are our success. We foster collaboration and innovation, working alongside industry experts to solve meaningful problems.

About The Team:

The RPS Risk team has over 30 years of experience providing defence safety and risk consultancy services in the UK, supporting MOD and defence supply chain organizations with safety assessments, management support, and audits.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company: In 2023, RPS became part of Tetra Tech, a global leader with over 28,000 employees worldwide, offering extensive development and project opportunities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing fire, health, and safety risk assessments in line with legislation.
• Providing safety advice to clients and delivering the ‘RPS Way’.
• Developing emergency and evacuation plans.
• Leading client-specific projects and roles as a competent person.
• Creating fire strategy reports for residential and student accommodations.
• Offering management advice, gap analysis, and safety management systems.
• Mentoring team members and supporting departmental projects.
• Reviewing technical risk assessments and ensuring legislative compliance.
• Staying updated on legislation and advising clients accordingly.
• Identifying solutions to safety and fire-related issues.
• Responding to technical concerns and supporting clients ongoingly.
• Maintaining professional CPD and pursuing further development.
• Reviewing international and European safety regulations as needed.

Who we’re looking for:

• Strong knowledge of fire, health, and safety legislation for various sectors.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with BAFE SP205 Validation process.
• Ability to understand and embody company values.
• Demonstrable CPD record.
• Member of IFSM or IFE, with a recognized fire risk assessment qualification.
• Diploma in health and safety, CMIOSH or equivalent, and registered on a fire consultants’ register.
• Understanding of British Standards and regulations related to fire safety.
• Experience with fire risk assessments, including Type 4 and DSEAR.

What’s in it for you?

We offer accredited training, flexible working arrangements, and a diverse, inclusive workplace that values wellbeing and innovation.

What happens next?

The selection process involves two competency and behavioral interviews, initially via MS Teams, followed by an in-person interview if successful.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to embedding diversity and inclusion in all our processes, recognizing the value of a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive environment.

Recruitment Agencies: We work with trusted partners and do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies not on our preferred list.