Fire Risk Officer

Service Care Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000

Job description

Job Title: Fire Risk Officer

Location: North London (Housing Association)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: 3-Month Temporary Contract

Pay Rate: 28 per hour Umbrella LTD

Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office

About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Fire Risk Officer to join our clients Assets team. You will be responsible for managing fire safety compliance, overseeing contractors, and ensuring our buildings remain safe for residents. The primary focus will be managing one passive fire remedial contractor, alongside monitoring and managing Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) actions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage contractors and build strong working relationships to ensure compliance and safety.
2. Oversee the completion of Fire Risk Assessment actions, providing guidance to internal staff on fire safety protocols.
3. Monitor and manage one primary passive fire remedial contractor.
4. Raise, track, and receipt purchase orders using our system.
5. Lead weekly and monthly contract meetings, set agendas, and consistently review workloads and project progress.
6. Liaise with consultants (e.g., Savills, Clear Safety) for post inspections, quote checks, and specifications.
7. Work collaboratively with internal teams to address access issues and other compliance matters.
8. Ensure accurate financial management and timely contractor payments.

Ideal Candidate:

1. Proven experience in contract and/or stakeholder management.
2. Strong knowledge of fire risk and related statutory and regulatory requirements.
3. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and IT skills (intermediate MS Office).
4. Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
5. Financial management experience, ensuring timely contractor payments.
6. NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity or have any queries, please get in touch on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed).