Fire Risk Consultant & Validator

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Risk Consultant / Fire Risk Validator to join a growing and forward-thinking safety consultancy. This role is key to maintaining high standards across fire risk assessments, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and supporting continuous improvement in technical delivery.

If you want the opportunity to be trained and developed as a Fire Validator, apply for this role!

Key Responsibilities

Report Validation & Quality Assurance

Review and validate fire risk assessment reports against relevant industry standards (including BAFE SP205 and PAS 79)
Ensure reports include clear, justifiable risk ratings and prioritised actions
Check for completeness, accuracy, and legal compliance

Technical Review

Assess supporting evidence such as photographs, floor plans, and documentation
Identify inconsistencies, omissions, or technical inaccuracies
Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders where required

Feedback & Coaching

Provide constructive feedback to assessors to improve report quality
Support consistency in risk scoring and report writing standards
Contribute to ongoing development of the technical team

Compliance & Documentation

Maintain accurate audit trails and validation records
Support internal and external audits
Ensure documentation meets regulatory and accreditation requirements

Continuous Improvement

Assist in refining templates, checklists, and procedures
Stay up to date with UK fire safety legislation and best practices

Requirements

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Fire Risk Assessment
At least 3 years' experience conducting and/or reviewing fire risk assessments
Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and Building Regulations
Familiarity with BAFE SP205 and PAS 79 methodologies
Understanding of fire safety systems (alarms, emergency lighting, extinguishers, etc.)
Membership with a recognised professional body (e.g. IFE, IFSM) preferred

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
25 days annual leave + public holidays
Professional membership fees covered
Ongoing training and CPD support
Flexible hybrid/remote working
Optional company car or mileage allowance

Apply Now

If you're an experienced fire risk professional looking to move into a technical validation and compliance-focused role, please contact Alan Atkinson for further information.

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