Fire Risk Assessor Contractor

The Guardian; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 134,000; Part time

Job summary

Guardian Fire Safety is seeking an on-site Fire Risk Assessor Contractor to cover the Midlands (Walsall, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Telford area). You will carry out comprehensive fire risk assessments across a range of premises, inspect buildings, review documentation, and ensure compliance with current fire safety legislation.

You will produce clear, compliant reports using IgKnight and liaise with clients to explain findings and support implementation of recommendations.

Qualifications

• Fire risk assessments experience with relevant legislation and standards.
• Health & safety knowledge with risk management understanding.
• Ability to interpret site findings and produce evidence-based recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site fire risk assessments for commercial and residential premises.
• Identify hazards, evaluate risk levels, and propose proportionate controls.
• Produce clear, compliant IgKnight reports and discuss findings with clients.

Skills

Fire Safety knowledge

Health & Safety expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Building regulations familiarity

Education

Level 4 fire safety certification

MIFireE (desirable)

Tools

IgKnight

Job description

Fire Risk Assessor Contractor

2026-09-26T00:00:00

Birmingham

West Midlands

GB

B1 1

Any

2026-10-25T05:06:34.37

Company Description

Guardian Fire Safety was founded by directors with extensive experience as Fire Safety Enforcement Officers, combining public and private sector expertise in enforcement, building regulations, and prosecution. The company is driven by a commitment to improving safety in the built environment and protecting occupants through high-quality fire risk assessments. Guardian Fire Safety fosters a caring, inclusive culture where team members are treated fairly and supported to deliver excellent service. Its flagship Fire Risk Assessment service is powered by the in-house IgKnight report writing system, ensuring consistent, clear, and compliant reports that meet industry standards and fire service requirements.

Role Description

This is an on-site Fire Risk Assessor Contractor role based around the Midlands (specifically the vicinity of Walsall, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Telford), with home working for any report writing. The Fire Risk Assessor Contractor will carry out comprehensive fire risk assessments across a variety of premises, identifying hazards, evaluating risk levels, and recommending proportionate control measures. The role involves inspecting buildings, reviewing relevant documentation, and ensuring compliance with current fire safety legislation and guidance.

The contractor will use Guardian Fire Safety's systems, including IgKnight, to produce clear, accurate, and actionable reports for clients. Daily activities include liaising with clients, explaining findings, supporting them in implementing recommendations, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of fire safety and related regulations.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Fire Safety knowledge, including practical experience in fire risk assessment and familiarity with relevant legislation and standards.
• Candidates should possess Health & Safety expertise, with an understanding of risk management principles and safe working practices in diverse environments.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to interpret site findings, assess risk levels, and develop clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for engaging with clients, explaining technical information in accessible terms, and producing high-quality written reports.
• Relevant professional certifications in fire safety to at least level 4, with level 5 or higher/MIFireE post nominal being desirable (to meet the competency framework requirements with BS8674:#####).
• Experience working with enforcement bodies, building control, or in a similar consultancy environment is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently on-site, manage time effectively, and travel to client locations as required.
• Experience completing Fire Risk Assessment work in both Commercial and Residential buildings.