Fire Safety Advisor (PO1)

Who You Are

We are looking for a highly skilled Fire Risk Assessor to join our team and support the Council in meeting its statutory obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

What the job involves

• Undertake fire risk assessments for complex and non-complex residential buildings, including High-Risk Buildings (HRBs).
• Provide competent fire safety advice to senior managers, housing teams, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal departments, external agencies, and support providers to ensure fire risks are effectively assessed and managed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in fire safety management across the Council’s residential portfolio.

Skills

• Level 5 or higher qualification in fire safety or fire safety engineering
• Graduate-level (or higher) membership of a recognised fire or construction professional body
• Minimum 5 years’ experience conducting fire risk assessments in the social housing sector
• Strong understanding of building construction methods and fire safety legislation
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills