At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct fire risk assessments in residential properties and write detailed reports.
- Company: Join Osterna, part of RMG, a leader in health and safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days holiday, flexible working, and a great work-life balance.
- Other info: Home-based role with opportunities for national travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in ensuring safe living environments for residents.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH certification and experience in fire risk assessments required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Osterna, part of RMG and Places for People Group, is looking for an experienced Residential Fire Risk Assessor to join a proactive and highly successful team of Health & Safety Professionals covering a patch across Bicester, Oxfordshire and surrounding areas. With a positive work / life balance, you will be home‑based when not undertaking site visits. You will typically complete up to 10 site visits a week (Monday to Friday). Although we are seeking an assessor based in Oxfordshire, national travel may be required.
With the emphasis on quality over quantity, Osterna residential Fire Risk Assessors really do benefit from having a work life balance rarely seen in this sector. You will have the flexibility to choose which days you're out and about and which days you choose to work from home, when you will complete your report writing. Risk assessment reports will, in most cases, be confined to the common internal and external areas for residential developments.
Specialising in the residential housing sector, Osterna's Residential Fire Risk Assessors carry out inspections to a range of property types including traditional residential blocks, sheltered housing, HMO and high‑rise (over 18 metres+) housing and write up reports with your findings. Completed risk assessments are used by the Property Managers and Directors of the management companies to initiate repairs or any other procedures required, to ensure the residential common areas remain a safe environment.
Essential criteria:
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential
- Experience undertaking fire risk assessment work within the residential property sector on high rise buildings
- NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Level 3 NEBOSH National General Certificate
- Experience of undertaking suitable and sufficient Health and Safety and Type 1 and Type 3 Fire Risk Assessments (HSFRA), and Compartmentation Surveys.
- Accuracy and attention to detail within your reports is essential, along with a comprehensive knowledge of the current Health and Safety legislation and its application to property management.
- Knowledge of The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and supporting local government guidance and its application to our sector.
- LaCORS experience would be great, although not essential and training will be provided.
Preferred:
- Preferably you will need to be on an NFRA register with the IFSM or IFE or willing to work towards.
27 days holiday plus all bank holidays.
Residential Fire Risk Assessor in Chalgrove employer: Residential Management Group (RMG)
Osterna, part of RMG and Places for People Group, is an exceptional employer that prioritises a positive work-life balance for its Residential Fire Risk Assessors. With the flexibility to choose your working days and the opportunity to work from home, you can enjoy a fulfilling career while making a meaningful impact in the residential housing sector across Bicester and Oxfordshire. The company fosters a supportive work culture, offering ample opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that you thrive in your role while contributing to the safety of residential communities.
Contact Details:
Residential Management Group (RMG) Recruitment Team
