Fire Risk Assessor

The role will work as part of the Asset Management service, within the Regeneration and Place Directorate. Key duties will involve:

- Undertake fire risk assessments, audits, inspections and surveys as directed across the council estate incorporating a broad range of building stock, including works completed by internal and external contractors. This will be in line with organisational policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and ensure risk to the authority is minimised.
- Manage works related to fire risk assessments, inspections and surveys within agreed financial limits and in accordance with the organisation's financial policies and procedures.
- Produce reports and documentation for work specifications to assist in addressing and resolving issues to ensure the authority is compliant with relevant legislation.
- Maintain records of fire risk assessments and related activities to demonstrate that inspections and remedial actions meet KPIs and ensure the authority’s properties are compliant.
- Raise awareness of fire risks and promote fire safety measures to support the maintenance of safe environments for staff and customers.
- Coordinate, communicate and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, identifying any shortfalls in service delivery and ensuring they are dealt with appropriately.
- Contribute, as appropriate, to special programmes and projects in support of the authority's values and objectives.

IFE, IFSM or IFPO accreditation. Further experience is required in conducting Fire Risk Assessments within a local authority environment to PAS79 Standard.

We are also looking for the following qualifications or equivalent:

- Minimum Qualifications - NEBOSH Fire Certificate or equivalent and NEBOSH National General Certificate.
- Fire Risk Assessment Qualification Level 4 or similar is desirable.
- HNC in building and surveying or similar is desirable.
- Full current driving licence or ability to travel around the borough using public or private transport.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft software i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Publisher.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 8 months

**Salary**: From £18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus

**Experience**:

- electrical repair and refurbishment: 4 years (required)
- Type 1 Fire Risk Assessment: 4 years (required)
- Fire Risk Assessor: 4 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- NEBOSH (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RQ1005165