Fire Risk Assessor Tier 2

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Fire Risk Assessor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating fire risks in various environments, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations, and providing recommendations to mitigate potential hazards. Your expertise will play a crucial role in enhancing safety protocols and protecting lives and property.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out low and medium-complexity fire risk assessments in line with PAS 79-1/79-2:2020 and company procedures.
• Assist with higher-risk building (HRB) assessments under the supervision of a Tier 3 Assessor.
• Conduct detailed site inspections across commercial, industrial, residential, and public sector properties.
• Record findings digitally using the company’s approved FRA software.
• Identify fire safety risks and produce clear, prioritised recommendations with supporting evidence.
• Liaise with clients, duty holders, and responsible persons to explain findings and advise on remedial actions.
• Ensure all reports meet internal quality assurance and BAFE SP205 requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current fire safety legislation and technical standards.
• Work closely with the back-office team to ensure timely completion of assessments and reports.
• Act as a professional representative of the company while on client sites.
• Travel to sites across the UK, including overnight stays where required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Fire Risk Assessment (e.g. ABBE Level 3 Award or equivalent).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience conducting FRAs in a professional capacity.
• Tier 2 Registered Fire Risk Assessor (CFRAR) or equivalent recognised registration.
• Proven ability to complete low and medium-complexity assessments independently.
• Sound understanding of UK fire safety legislation, British Standards, and guidance documents.
• Ability to interpret building layouts, fire strategies, and construction drawings.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital FRA software.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits of working with us:

• Upto £55,000 (dependent on experience)
• Strong support for ongoing CPD, training, and professional certifications
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided
• Fully expensed travel
• Flexible working - play a part in managing your own reports and diary
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Opportunity for progression to Tier 3 Assessor status.

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to Risk Assessment receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with Risk assessment.

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