Senior Fire Risk Assessor - #2190567

An established and growing fire safety consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Fire Risk Assessor / FRA Validator to join its specialist team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically accomplished Fire Risk Assessor who has experience undertaking formal FRA report validations in accordance with BAFE SP205 and is looking to take on a senior role within a respected fire safety consultancy.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality Fire Risk Assessments while undertaking technical reviews, validations and sign-off of reports produced by other assessors, ensuring compliance with relevant fire safety legislation, industry standards and BAFE SP205 requirements.

• Undertake comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments across a range of residential, commercial and other premises.

• Carry out formal technical validations of Fire Risk Assessment reports in accordance with BAFE SP205 requirements.

• Review FRAs completed by other assessors, ensuring technical accuracy, consistency and compliance with relevant legislation and guidance.

• Identify errors, omissions and areas requiring further investigation or clarification.

• Assess the suitability and proportionality of fire safety recommendations and remedial actions.

• Provide technical guidance and constructive feedback to Fire Risk Assessors.

• Ensure FRA reports meet the organisation's quality assurance standards and certification requirements.

• Approve and sign off FRA reports where authorised under the company's BAFE SP205 procedures.

• Support the development and maintenance of high technical standards across the fire risk assessment team.

• Keep up to date with changes in fire safety legislation, industry standards and best practice.

• Significant experience undertaking Fire Risk Assessments across a range of building types.

• Proven experience carrying out technical FRA report validations in accordance with BAFE SP205.

• Previous experience reviewing, validating and signing off Fire Risk Assessments produced by other assessors.

• Strong working knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act 2021 and relevant fire safety guidance.

• Appropriate fire risk assessment qualifications and evidence of competence relevant to the role and current BAFE SP205 requirements.

• Professional registration or accreditation, such as relevant IFE or IFSM recognition, would be advantageous.

• Excellent technical report-writing, analytical and communication skills.

• Ability to identify technical inaccuracies and provide clear, proportionate recommendations.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of fire safety compliance.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.

• Opportunity to take on a senior technical role within an established fire safety consultancy.

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of buildings and clients.

• Scope to influence technical standards, quality assurance and assessor development.

• Ongoing professional development and career progression.

• Additional benefits to be confirmed.

If you are an experienced Senior Fire Risk Assessor with a proven background in BAFE SP205 FRA validations, and are looking for a position where you can combine technical assessment work with report validation and quality assurance responsibilities, we would be keen to hear from you.

Contact James Haddock at or (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity in confidence.