Advanced Fire Risk Assessor

Hours: Full Time / Permanent – 40 hours, Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
Location: Reading – travel required

Role Overview

Global HSE Group is looking for an Advanced Fire Risk Assessor to join our growing team and deliver high-quality fire risk assessments and fire safety consultancy services across the UK.

This is a client-facing role involving Fire Risk Assessments, technical advice, project management and supporting clients with their ongoing fire safety responsibilities. You will work across a variety of sectors and building types, alongside our wider fire safety and technical teams.

Willingness to travel and stay away from home as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Fire Risk Assessments for clients in accordance with PAS 79 and relevant fire safety guidance
• Undertake or lead higher-risk, complex or technically challenging fire risk assessments where these fall within demonstrated competence
• Produce clear, accurate and professional FRA reports with practical recommendations
• Manage Fire Risk Assessment projects from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered accurately and on time
• Develop and produce Fire Safety Management Documentation to meet client and regulatory requirements
• Support clients in responding to enforcement action from Fire & Rescue Authorities, HSE and other relevant enforcing authorities
• Maintain accurate CPD records and participate in professional development

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence
• Level 4 Fire Risk Assessment qualification and working towards level 5
• IFE or IFSM membership (or working towards)
• Demonstrable experience undertaking Fire Risk Assessments
• Strong understanding of the FRA process, fire safety legislation, and building regulations
• Knowledge of building construction and building techniques
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation
• Experience with PAS 79, BS 9991, BS 9999, Approved Document B, LACORS
• Experience assessing residential, commercial or higher-risk buildings
• Knowledge of Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish fire safety guidance
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and annual leave
• Car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Free Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Employee rewards and company events
• Structured career development
• Training and CPD through our Global Academy
• Opportunities to work across a diverse range of sectors and buildings

About Global HSE Group

Global HSE Group are industry leaders in comprehensive fire safety, specialising in passive fire protection and technical fire consultancy, as well as delivering sustainability and MEP building services, and our own accredited training academy.

We place people and compliance at the heart of everything we do and pride ourselves on our highly knowledgeable and experienced, multi-disciplinary team who work seamlessly to keep occupants safe and deliver safer buildings.

We operate nationally across the UK and Ireland and our clients include several of the UKs largest housing associations, councils, and public sector organisations, as well as student accommodation providers, hotels, universities, architects, and developers.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Global is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome diverse perspectives and actively encourage employees to contribute to our evolving diversity and inclusion agenda. Our people help shape our business, policies, and culture.

‘Do it Right' with Global Group. Apply today.

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