Fire Risk Assessor

Fire Risk Officer
Location: South East London
Initial 3-6 Month ongoing Contract
Rate: Negotiable (Umbrella) depending on experience 
Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm

Role Overview Reporting to the Team Manager, you will lead on the day-to-day health and safety management of building projects, maintenance contracts, and fire risk assessments. You will allocate work to internal teams or external contractors and ensure the highest standards of delivery, safety, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee building safety, fire risk assessments, and contract compliance across the borough
• Manage and allocate work to Property Services Officers/Supervisors and contractors
• Ensure projects meet safety standards, budgets, and quality benchmarks
• Develop robust procedures and quality assurance frameworks
• Deputise for the Assistant Manager when required
• Support and mentor team members, sharing knowledge and expertise
• Provide input into the improvement of FRA templates, policies, and processes

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of contract law, building regulations, BS 9999, PAS 79, and Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Ability to plan and manage maintenance and refurbishment programmes
• Experience supervising staff and working with multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with complex, tenanted social housing blocks

Requirements

• Background in surveying or building with knowledge of fire safety in purpose-built blocks
• Qualified Fire Risk Assessor
• Membership with IFE (Institution of Fire Engineers)
• Experience working in a local authority or housing association setting
• Commitment to collaboration and team development

Interested?
Apply now or contact Dami on +44 (0) 208 138 4125 to find out more.