Principal Fire and Health & Safety Consultant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Fire and Health & Safety Consultant to lead health and safety risk assessments across various sectors. This role involves managing client relationships, preparing legislative-compliant assessments, and mentoring team members. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values innovation and wellbeing, while being part of a global leader in consultancy services. If you are passionate about safety and compliance and want to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Accredited Training

Flexible Working Arrangements

Diverse and Inclusive Environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of fire, health, and safety legislation across sectors.
• Relevant certifications in fire risk assessment and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fire, health, and safety risk assessments per legislative standards.
• Providing expert fire, health, and safety advice to clients.

Skills

Fire Safety Legislation

Health and Safety Risk Assessments

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Emergency Planning

Mentoring

Education

Fire Risk Assessment Certification

Health and Safety Diploma

Membership with 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:

Consulting

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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 conduct a wide range of health and safety risk assessments and high-level fire risk assessments across various sectors, including working with clients in commercial, residential, industrial, and retail environments, with regional and UK-wide travel as needed. You will lead client-specific projects and manage client relationships.

We’re RPS, and our people are our success. We seek individuals who share our passion for solving meaningful problems. Our flat organizational structure fosters collaboration and quick communication, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

About The Team:

The RPS Risk team has provided defence safety and risk consultancy services in the UK for over 30 years, offering safety and environmental assessments, management support, and independent audits to MOD and defence supply chain organisations.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company:

Since 24 January 2023, RPS has been part of Tetra Tech, a global leader with over 28,000 employees across more than 550 offices worldwide. Being part of Tetra Tech allows us to offer extensive development and project opportunities to our staff, addressing some of the world's most complex problems.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing fire, health, and safety risk assessments per legislative standards.
• Providing expert fire, health, and safety advice to clients and delivering the 'RPS Way'.
• Developing emergency and evacuation plans, including tenant-specific plans.
• Leading client projects and acting as a competent person.
• Creating retrospective fire strategy reports for residential and student accommodation.
• Offering corporate management advice, gap analysis, and safety management systems.
• Mentoring team members and supporting departmental projects.
• Reviewing technical assessments and ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Staying updated on legislation and advising clients accordingly.
• Addressing health, safety, and fire-related issues proactively.
• Maintaining professional CPD and pursuing further development as needed.
• Reviewing international regulations and conducting European safety assessments.

Candidate Profile:

• Strong knowledge of fire, health, and safety legislation across sectors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with BAFE SP205 and fire risk assessment qualifications.
• Memberships with IFSM or IFE preferred.
• Relevant certifications, including fire risk assessment and health and safety diplomas.
• Proficiency in British Standards and regulations, including CDM 2015.

Benefits:

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

Next Steps:

The recruitment process involves two interviews: an initial virtual interview via MS Teams, followed by an in-person interview if successful.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity, embedding these principles in all our processes.

Agency Policy:

We work with trusted agency partners and do not accept unsolicited CVs outside our preferred supplier list. More information is available on our careers page.