Fire Risk Assessor

2 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Riverside Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Riverside. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety of our residents and staff by conducting thorough fire risk assessments and providing expert advice on fire safety management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct Type 1, 3, and 4 fire risk assessments in domestic housing, care and support schemes, and properties with housing responsibility, identifying hazards and risks associated with fire.
  • Report fire risk issues, including those related to awareness of reporting arrangements for residents and occupants.
  • Evaluate existing fire risk assessments, including their appropriateness for the risk.
  • Audit management of fire safety systems and recommend controls to manage residual risks.
  • Liaise with the Fire Risk Assessment Manager and Senior Fire Risk Assessor to deliver risk assessments in line with the Fire Safety Management System.
  • Manage and coordinate contractors required to support destructive inspections as part of the Type 4 fire risk assessment process.
  • Ensure that all making good of intrusive surveys complies with fire safety standards and is of high quality.
  • Provide concise and sufficiently detailed fire risk assessments for all Type 1, 3, and 4 assessments.
  • Carry out surveys as per the fire risk assessment program and following any major works carried out on properties.
  • Conduct pre-occupation and post-occupation surveys as part of the handover process for new build properties.
  • Inspect new build properties to ensure compliance with the RRO (Fire Safety) Regulations, Building Regulations, and other associated legislation.
  • Provide advice to managers and staff to assist them in fulfilling their responsibilities and ensuring organizational compliance with legislative requirements and internal standards.
  • Conduct site visits to liaise with residents as necessary.
  • Support and provide advice to frontline workers in carrying out personal-centered fire risk assessments (PCFRA) and personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPS) for residents identified as needing support in an evacuation.
  • Stay up-to-date with relevant fire safety-related legislation and good practice to provide expert advice and maintain fire risk assessor competency requirements.
  • Investigate and report on all fire incidents and provide recommendations to improve fire safety.
  • Develop and maintain effective internal relationships to foster a positive risk management and safety culture.
Requirements
  • Experience working as a fire risk assessor for residential housing and care and support schemes, with evidence of applying PAS 79.
  • Minimum practical experience of 20+ fire risk assessments in low-to-moderate risk buildings and 12 months of experience.
  • Ability to carry out site visits and physical inspections, including accessing loft spaces by means of ladders.
  • High understanding of risk mitigation and its application.
  • NEBOSH Fire Certificate/Diploma or Certified in Applied Fire Risk Assessment (previously FRA and Fire Safety Management) or equivalent, with the ability to meet the proposed Accountable Person role competence requirements under the Building Safety Act.
  • EQF level 3-4, Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or equivalent, ASFP Level 3 in Passive Fire Protection or equivalent.
  • Membership of a Third-Party Accreditation Scheme, Institute of Fire Engineers MIFE or equivalent.
  • In-depth knowledge of Fire & Building/Structural Safety within Social Housing, including government and industry guidance, British standards, building regulations, and the requirements of the Fire Safety Order 2005 (RRO), Fire Safety Act 2022, and British standards, Approved Document B.
  • High levels of literacy and excellent communication skills, with the ability to coordinate and manage internal and external stakeholders, including statutory organizations, with good presentation skills.
  • Awareness of personal emergency evacuation plans and their application, as well as an understanding of different evacuation strategies.
  • Customer-focused, with the ability to present reports and data and clearly explain fire safety and its management to a wide range of people.
  • Ability to use various IT systems to interrogate database information, produce risk-based programs of works, and update the database as work items are completed.
  • Excellent team player with the ability to work under pressure, deliver to strict deadlines, and manage conflicting priorities.
Desirable
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience undertaking fire risk assessments, with experience in residential fire risk assessments.
  • Working for a company with BAFE Accreditation SP205 3rd-party accreditation.
  • Experience in the maintenance and testing of fire safety systems and record-keeping.

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor OpportunityBrandon James is seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join its team in Sussex. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for conducting Type 1–4 Fire Risk Assessments on various projects, including residential, commercial, HMOs, and high–rise buildings.Key Responsibilities:Carrying out fire risk assessments...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor OpportunityBrandon James is seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join its team in Sussex. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for conducting Type 1–4 Fire Risk Assessments on various projects, including residential, commercial, HMOs, and high–rise buildings.Key Responsibilities:Carrying out fire risk assessments...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    4 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Opportunity at Niyaa People LtdWe are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Niyaa People Ltd. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our clients and their properties.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments to identify potential hazards and recommend...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    4 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Opportunity at Niyaa People LtdWe are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Niyaa People Ltd. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our clients and their properties.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments to identify potential hazards and recommend...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Job DescriptionNiyaa People Ltd is seeking a skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for undertaking fire risk assessments, audits, inspections, and surveys in line with organisational policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments to identify...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Job DescriptionNiyaa People Ltd is seeking a skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for undertaking fire risk assessments, audits, inspections, and surveys in line with organisational policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments to identify...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Job DescriptionNiyaa People Ltd is seeking a skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for undertaking fire risk assessments, audits, inspections, and surveys in line with organisational policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments to identify...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Job DescriptionNiyaa People Ltd is seeking a skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for undertaking fire risk assessments, audits, inspections, and surveys in line with organisational policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments to identify...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Role Brandon James is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor to join its team in North London. The successful candidate will manage projects independently, carrying out Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments on various projects, including private blocks, offices, retail, and hi-rise buildings. The company has recently won a big contract in the North London...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Role Brandon James is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor to join its team in North London. The successful candidate will manage projects independently, carrying out Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments on various projects, including private blocks, offices, retail, and hi-rise buildings. The company has recently won a big contract in the North London...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Full time

    Fire Risk AssessorAbout the RoleBrandon James is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor to join its team in North London. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for managing projects independently, carrying out Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments on various projects, including private blocks, offices, retail, and hi-rise. The successful candidate will have 1+...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Full time

    Fire Risk AssessorAbout the RoleBrandon James is seeking a Fire Risk Assessor to join its team in North London. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for managing projects independently, carrying out Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments on various projects, including private blocks, offices, retail, and hi-rise. The successful candidate will have 1+...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Niyaa People Ltd. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our clients and their properties.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Niyaa People Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Niyaa People Ltd. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our clients and their properties.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough fire risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 week ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Additional Resources Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Job Description**About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for conducting fire risk assessments at various properties in London and the Southeast, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.**Key Responsibilities*** Conduct fire risk assessments...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Opportunity at Brandon James LtdBrandon James Ltd, a leading consultancy based in North London, is seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join its expanding team. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for managing projects independently, conducting Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments, and identifying solutions to fire...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Opportunity at Brandon James LtdBrandon James Ltd, a leading consultancy based in North London, is seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join its expanding team. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for managing projects independently, conducting Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments, and identifying solutions to fire...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Opportunity at Brandon James LtdWe are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Brandon James Ltd, a leading consultancy based in North London. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for managing projects independently, conducting Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments, and identifying solutions to fire...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Opportunity at Brandon James LtdWe are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Brandon James Ltd, a leading consultancy based in North London. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for managing projects independently, conducting Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments, and identifying solutions to fire...

  • Fire Risk Assessor

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brandon James Ltd Full time

    Fire Risk Assessor Opportunity at Brandon James LtdWe are seeking a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team at Brandon James Ltd, a leading consultancy based in North London. As a Fire Risk Assessor, you will be responsible for managing projects independently, conducting Type 1-4 Fire Risk Assessments, and identifying solutions to fire...