Specialist Fire Risk Assessor

LRQA; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Self Employed Fire Risk Assessor to operate throughout the UK. This contractor position requires proven experience in delivering fire risk assessments for diverse properties, including complex sites. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and strong IT skills, along with the ability to manage client interactions effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in completing Fire Risk Assessments in various properties.
• Membership in the Institute of Fire Engineers or similar scheme required.

Responsibilities

• Provide monthly availability for proposed work.
• Plan and manage work within agreed timescales.
• Keep Line Manager informed of client requests.

Skills

Fire Risk Assessment

IT Skills

Client Management

Education

Professional Qualification in Fire Safety Management

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LRQA

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.07.2025

Expiry Date:

26.08.2025

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Position Category:Assessors
Position Type:Contractor On Demand

The role is a Self Employed Fire Risk Assessor operating throughout the UK

The ability to assess and produce a Fire Risk Assessment for Retail, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Distribution Centres, both small operations and large scale sites and complex buildings.

Responsibilities include:
• Providing your monthly availability for the proposed work.
• Planning and managing the work within the agreed timescales.
• Keeping your Line Manager or Lead Auditor informed of client requests during audits.
• Allowing Shadow and Witness Audits from clients or senior team members.
• Maintaining Continuous Personal Development (CPD) and undertaking additional training when onboarding new clients.
• Maintaining high IT skills and providing your own laptop or tablet for work.

This is a self-employed contractor position, not employed employment.

• Proven experience in completing Fire Risk Assessments in various properties, including complex buildings.
• Minimum years of experience and a recognized professional qualification in fire safety management and fire risk assessments from providers such as the Fire Protection Association, Fire Industry Association, or NEBOSH.
• Membership in the Institute of Fire Engineers Register of Fire Risk Assessors or a similar industry scheme.