Fire Risk Assessor

Randstad Construction and Property; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job title: Fire Risk Assessor

Contract: Permanent, full time

Location: National, company based in Derby

Package: £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience) + £3,000 car allowance, 27ppm, 5% pension, £25 overnight allowance (hotels/ meals paid for), 36 days annual leave

About our client:

Our client is a family-run business based out of the Derby area, with contracts nationwide. They're looking for a motivated FRA to join their team and really want you to be a part of their growth.

They are proud to have achieved third-party certification under the BAFE Competency Scheme (SP250) for Life Safety Fire Risk Assessments. This recognition demonstrates their commitment to delivering the highest standards of fire safety consultancy. Their clients, spanning industries such as construction, property, retail, education, industrial, and rail, benefit from their specialist expertise, particularly in the care sector.

The job:

This role involves conducting Fire Risk Assessments across various building types, including care homes, flats, schools, and offices. Candidates must meet competence requirements for high-risk premises. Depending on your location, this role can be based from home or a company office after initial training.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Evacuation Strategies for a variety of premises
2. Provide clients with clear, practical, and cost-effective advice on fire safety
3. Identify fire safety shortcomings and offer tailored solutions
4. Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, DCLG Fire Risk Assessment Guidance, and relevant British Standards
5. Liaise effectively with clients to address their fire safety needs

Essential Criteria:

1. Experience in conducting Fire Risk Assessments, particularly within residential care homes
2. A recognised qualification in fire safety (e.g., NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management)
3. A Level 5 (or higher) European Qualification Framework (EQF) qualification, such as a degree in fire safety or a related field
4. Registration with the IFE or IFSM (or working towards this)
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
6. A full UK driving license
7. Enhanced DBS (CRB) clearance (to be completed upon employment)

What's in it for you?

They really do believe in a team effort and this role provides an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, growing company that values continuous professional development (CPD). They invest in employees' growth, ensuring your skills develop alongside the high standards expected by their clients.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. They encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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