At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead fire risk assessments and mentor a growing team in a dynamic consultancy.
- Company: Expanding compliance consultancy focused on fire safety excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, healthcare, company vehicle, and generous leave.
- Other info: Join a rapidly growing business with ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in fire safety while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in fire risk assessment and strong leadership potential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
I'm currently working on behalf of a growing compliance consultancy that is expanding its fire risk assessment offering and looking to appoint an experienced Senior Fire Risk Assessor. This is a senior opportunity for someone who wants more than day-to-day assessments — the successful candidate will have the chance to lead, influence standards, and help build a fire risk assessment team within a growing business.
The Role
In this role, you'll deliver high-quality fire risk assessments across the residential sector while supporting the development and management of a growing assessor team. Key responsibilities include:
- Completing fire risk assessments in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Producing clear, compliant, and well-structured fire risk assessment reports
- Providing technical guidance, mentoring, and support to junior and trainee assessors
- Supporting the recruitment, development, and performance management of assessors
- Liaising with clients, managing expectations, and providing practical, proportionate fire safety advice
- Supporting internal quality assurance, auditing, and continuous improvement processes
- Keeping up to date with changes in fire safety legislation, standards, and best practice
The Ideal Candidate
I'm looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:
- Proven experience as a Fire Risk Assessor within the residential sector
- Experience covering low- to high-rise residential buildings
- A recognised fire risk assessment qualification, with a minimum Tier 3 status on a recognised register
- Strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation and guidance
- Experience mentoring others, or a clear ambition to progress into a leadership role
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A professional, pragmatic, and client-focused approach
What's on Offer
This position offers:
- £50,000 - £60,000 salary, depending on experience
- A genuine opportunity to lead and grow a fire risk assessment team
- Clear career progression within a rapidly expanding business
- Pension scheme
- Healthcare scheme
- Company vehicle or car allowance (where applicable)
- 22 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
- Ongoing training, CPD, and professional development support
Fire Risk Assessor employer: Progroup Recruitment Limited
Progroup Recruitment Limited is an excellent employer for Fire Alarm Service Engineers, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Located in Tyseley, Birmingham, the company provides competitive salaries, a company vehicle, and ample opportunities for training and career progression, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the fire safety industry.
Contact Details:
Progroup Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
