Senior Fire Safety Consultant

Compliance Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance group is seeking a Lead Fire Risk Assessor/Fire Safety Officer to manage fire risk assessments and provide safety solutions for various sectors. Candidates should possess substantial experience, fire safety qualifications, and strong communication skills. You will enjoy a competitive salary and robust support package including a company vehicle and private healthcare.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

24/7 mental health helpline

Annual leave increases every 2 years

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience conducting fire risk assessments.
• Strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation and standards.
• Proficient in writing detailed technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk assessments and produce detailed reports.
• Liaise with clients and implement fire safety plans.
• Provide technical advice on fire safety solutions.

Skills

Communication

Fire Safety Knowledge

Technical Writing

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Education

Level 3 Fire Risk Assessment qualification

Membership with Institution of Fire Engineers

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

We re hiring a Lead Fire Risk Assessor/Fire Safety Officer to join our team at Zeta Compliance Services. Ideally, you will be based in the West London area; however, candidates residing in Oxfordshire who are willing to travel into London will also be considered. You ll report directly to the Head of Fire and play a key role in supporting the management of both permanent and contract Fire Risk Assessors. In addition to this, you will carry out standard duties associated with Fire Risk Assessments and general fire safety.

What you receive for joining us:

We re offering a salary between £50,000 and £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, along with a strong package designed to support you both in and out of work. You ll receive a company vehicle, as well as access to private healthcare (covered by the business, though taxable as a benefit in kind). We also provide an employee assistance programme, including a 24/7 mental health helpline, to support your wellbeing. You ll work a 37.75-hour week and benefit from annual leave that increases by 2 days every two years of service, plus bank holidays.

Here s a look at some of the things you ll be doing:

• Conduct fire risk assessments in accordance with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 across a range of complex residential and commercial properties within our client portfolio. Produce detailed written reports using our internal software platform and MS Word, clearly highlighting remedial actions and providing fire safety advice supported by action plans.
• Liaise closely with the Head of Fire to ensure fire risk assessments are delivered in line with contractual requirements, attending client meetings when necessary and supporting the development, amendment, and implementation of fire safety plans in collaboration with fire services, building and facilities managers, surveyors, fire engineers, and landlords.
• Provide clients with technical advice and practical fire safety solutions, ensuring strict adherence to current legislation and government or fire and rescue service guidelines. Take personal responsibility for continuous professional development (CPD) by staying up to date with regulatory changes and industry developments.
• Act as an ambassador for the company at all times, both internally and externally. Contribute to business improvement and objectives, comply with Health & Safety policy and procedures, promote a culture of safety and discipline in the workplace, and report accidents or near misses as required.

Can you show experience in some of these areas:

• A recognised Level 3 Fire Risk Assessment qualification through the Institution of Fire Engineers, Fire Protection Association, Institute of Fire Safety Managers or equivalent is required; Level 4 is preferred but can be provided if not already achieved. Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers or Institute of Fire Safety Managers is required, and ideally, candidates will hold third-party accreditation with a recognised register (e.g., IFE Register of Fire Risk Assessors) or have the desire to obtain it. A strong commitment to industry-required CPD is essential.
• Candidates must have at least 2 3 years of experience conducting fire risk assessments and demonstrate knowledge of current fire safety legislation, technical standards, and best practices, including both active and passive fire protection systems. The ability to write detailed technical reports is required.
• Strong verbal communication skills are essential, with a high level of spoken English, literacy, and numeracy. Candidates must be capable of working independently using their own initiative, attending internal and occasional meetings at the Bicester head office, and potentially staying overnight when required.
• A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as travel throughout the UK may be required. Candidates must have good PC skills including proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and be capable of using a tablet or PC to capture digital images and complete reports efficiently.

Do you see yourself reflected in the description above? If so, we encourage you to submit your application today. Uncertain whether your skills align perfectly? Don't hesitate to apply regardless; we value candidates with diverse skill sets and will carefully consider all applicants.

Introducing our organisation:

Zeta Compliance Services: Trusted as compliance partners, we collaborate with clients in sectors such as Education, Health, Care Homes, Public Sector, Local Authority, Industry, Pharmaceutical, Hospitality, Leisure, Food & Beverage, Retail, and Media, to ensure risk reduction, safety improvement, and regulatory compliance.