At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex fire risk assessments and provide expert advice on safety standards.
- Company: Diamond & Co, a leader in fire risk management with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for mentorship.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team committed to quality assurance and safety excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in fire safety across diverse building types.
- Qualifications: Level 4 Diploma in Fire Risk Assessment and 5 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Glasgow
Business: Diamond and Company (Scotland) Limited
Division: Fire Risk Management
Salary Band: £40,000 – £55,000 per annum (DOE)
Reporting to: Director of Fire Safety
Role Purpose
To undertake and lead complex fire risk assessments across residential, mixed-use and commercial portfolios, including higher-risk buildings. The role requires independent technical judgement, report authorship to a high professional standard, and contribution to quality assurance within a BAFE SP205-accredited environment. This is a senior delivery role with mentoring responsibilities and portfolio-level technical input.
Qualifications
- Level 4 Diploma in Fire Risk Assessment (Ofqual regulated and industry recognised, accredited route).
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ demonstrable experience undertaking fire risk assessments across a range of building types.
- Experience leading complex residential assessments independently.
Professional Registration
- MIFSM (Member of the Institution of Fire Safety Managers).
- Minimum Tier 2 registration on the Competency Council for Fire Risk Assessors Register (CFRAR).
Technical Knowledge
- Working knowledge of PAS 79-1 and BS9792 methodology.
- Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
- Fire Safety Act 2021.
- BS8674:2025.
- Registration with or working towards membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers.
- Experience undertaking Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls.
- Experience contributing to Single Building Assessments in Scotland.
Core Responsibilities
Technical Delivery
- Undertake Type 1–4 fire risk assessments.
- Provide proportionate and defensible life safety recommendations.
- Review fire strategies where relevant to assessment findings.
Quality Assurance Client Engagement
- Present findings clearly to managing agents, housing associations and developers.
- Provide reasoned technical advice aligned with current benchmarks.
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