Fire Risk Assessor

Penguin RecruitmentBirmingham, Londonreedpubblicata il 03/11/2026

Fire Risk Assessor

Location: London Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (Depending on Experience) Contract: Permanent | Full-time Hours: 40 Hours per Week

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join a leading national fire safety and compliance consultancy operating across London and the surrounding areas.

This position is ideal for a competent fire safety professional seeking a competitive salary, varied projects and long-term career progression within an established organisation.

The successful candidate will undertake fire risk assessments, fire door inspections and compartmentation surveys across a diverse portfolio of properties, helping clients maintain compliance with current fire safety legislation.

What You'll Be Joining

You'll be joining a well-established organisation delivering specialist fire safety, risk management and compliance services across the UK.

The business supports clients across a wide range of property types, providing its assessors with varied workloads, technical support and opportunities to further develop their expertise.

Salary & Benefits

  • £45,000 - £55,000 basic salary (DOE)
  • Supportive and established team environment
  • Varied portfolio of properties across London
  • Ongoing professional development and technical training
  • Opportunities to develop specialist fire safety expertise
  • Long-term career progression
  • Stable, full-time employment within a national organisation

The Role

  • Conducting comprehensive fire risk assessments across a variety of property types
  • Undertaking fire door inspections and compartmentation surveys
  • Identifying fire safety hazards, deficiencies and areas of non-compliance
  • Producing accurate, detailed and actionable fire risk assessment reports
  • Providing practical recommendations to help clients achieve and maintain compliance
  • Liaising with clients, building managers and relevant stakeholders
  • Advising clients on fire safety legislation, risk management and remedial requirements
  • Ensuring assessments comply with current legislation, industry guidance and recognised standards
  • Managing workloads effectively across London and surrounding areas
  • Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of fire safety regulations and best practices

About You

Essential Requirements:

  • Registered with the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM), Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or an equivalent recognised competency scheme at a minimum of intermediate level
  • Proven experience conducting fire risk assessments
  • Experience undertaking fire door inspections and compartmentation surveys
  • Strong understanding of current UK fire safety legislation and regulations
  • Ability to identify fire safety risks and provide practical recommendations
  • Excellent report-writing and communication skills
  • Confident communicating technical findings to clients and stakeholders
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workloads independently

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Degree or recognised qualification in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety or a related discipline
  • Additional professional fire safety qualifications
  • Experience assessing a broad range of property types

Why This Role?

  • Competitive salary of up to £55,000
  • Opportunity to work across a diverse London property portfolio
  • Established organisation with a strong national presence
  • Continued professional development and technical training
  • Supportive team environment
  • Long-term stability and career progression

For further information or to apply, contact Aidan Morgan or send your CV to