Senior Fire Risk Assessor & FRA Validator

Brandon James Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Senior technical role

Career progression

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Brandon James is seeking a Senior Fire Risk Assessor / FRA Validator to join its specialist fire safety team. You will deliver high-quality Fire Risk Assessments and perform technical validations of FRA reports in line with BAFE SP205, guiding other assessors and ensuring compliance with legislation.

Ideal candidates bring extensive FRA experience, accreditation and strong report-writing skills, with willingness to travel as required and a drive to maintain top-tier safety standards.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering Fire Risk Assessments across various building types.
• Proven track record validating FRA reports to BAFE SP205 standards.
• Experience reviewing and signing off FRA reports produced by others.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments for residential, commercial and other premises.
• Carry out formal technical validations of FRA reports per BAFE SP205.
• Review FRA work of colleagues ensuring accuracy and compliance with guidance.
• Identify errors and areas needing clarification or further investigation.
• Provide technical guidance and feedback to fellow assessors.
• Approve and sign off FRA reports under SP205 procedures where authorised.
• Maintain high technical standards across the team and stay updated on fire safety legislation.

Skills

Fire risk assessments

FRA validation

BAFE SP205 compliance

Technical report writing

Professional guidance

Travel willingness

Education

Fire safety qualification / FRA accreditation

IFE or IFSM registration advantageous

Job description

Brandon James is seeking a Senior Fire Risk Assessor / FRA Validator to join its specialist fire safety team. You will deliver high-quality Fire Risk Assessments and perform technical validations of FRA reports in line with BAFE SP205, guiding other assessors and ensuring compliance with legislation.

Ideal candidates bring extensive FRA experience, accreditation and strong report-writing skills, with willingness to travel as required and a drive to maintain top-tier safety standards.