Trainee Fire Risk Assesor

CPS Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in South Wales is seeking a Trainee Fire Risk Assessor. This role offers a structured training pathway, combining formal courses and hands-on shadowing to develop skills in fire safety. Ideal for ambitious individuals looking to build a career in Fire Risk Assessment with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Benefits associated with career development

Qualifications

• Ambitious individual passionate about fire safety.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management abilities.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structured training on fire safety legislation.
• Shadow experienced assessors and conduct risk assessments.
• Assist with consultancy tasks and maintain documentation.

Skills

Interest in Fire Risk Assessing

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

IT proficiency in MS Office

Proactive and willing to learn

Teamwork and independence

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Trainee Fire Risk Assessor
Caerphilly– On site
Salary: £24,500 rising to £30,000 after 12 months + Benefits

A well-established organisation in South Wales is offering an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Fire Risk Assessor to join its consultancy team. This is a fantastic role for an ambitious individual who is passionate about fire safety and keen to build a long-term career in the field.

You’ll follow a structured training and development pathway, combining formal courses with hands-on shadowing, to progress from trainee to a fully competent Fire Risk Assessor. With clear milestones and professional support, this role provides a strong foundation for a rewarding career in life safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake a structured training and development programme covering relevant fire safety legislation, regulations, and practical applications.

• Shadow experienced Fire Risk Assessors on-site, drafting reflective journals and building knowledge through observation and supervised practice.

• Gradually take responsibility for conducting low-risk fire risk assessments, progressing to more complex environments as competence develops.

• Support colleagues by assisting with compartmentation surveys and other consultancy tasks.

• Complete formal training courses and study modules to achieve required industry qualifications.

• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to ensuring compliance with fire safety standards.

About You

• Strong interest in developing a career in Fire Risk Assessing.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management abilities.

• Confident IT user, with proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Proactive, willing to learn, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated individual—whether a recent graduate or someone seeking a career change—to gain hands-on experience, achieve industry-recognised qualifications, and grow into a fully qualified Fire Risk Assessor within a supportive and professional environment.