135 Fire Safety jobs in the United Kingdom

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Fire Safety Auditor to join a growing team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that our organisation adheres to fire safety regulations while promoting a culture of safety across all operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive fire safety and compliance audits.
• Develop, implement, and maintain fire safety policies and procedures in compliance with local regulations and industry standards.
• Design and build effective fire safety management systems that enhance operational efficiency and employee well-being.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on fire safety practices, ensuring all employees/contractors and management understand their responsibilities.
• Collaborate with management to promote a culture of safety, encouraging employee participation in safety initiatives.
• Stay updated on current legislation, best practices, and emerging trends in health and safety.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Fire Safety Auditor or Authorising Engineer.
• Level 4 qualification in Fire Safety
• Strong understanding of fire safety regulations, risk management principles, and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with employees at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail for conducting thorough assessments.
• Relevant qualifications in health and safety (e.g., NEBOSH or equivalent) are preferred but not mandatory.
• A knowledge of HTM05.
• Registered with The Institution of Fire Safety Managers, Tiered Fire Risk Assessors Register (TFRAR) or The IFE Fire Risk Assessors Register.

This is a part time opportunity, working typically 3-4 days per week and willcover London, South East and South West. You will be required to travel across these regions on a regular basis and will need your own vehicle.

• Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters;
• Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications;
• Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole;
• Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed;
• Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed;
• Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme.
• Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained;
• Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area;
• Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures;
• Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions;
• Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness;
• Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits;
• Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee
• Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion;
• Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information;
• Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs);
• Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents;
• Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme;
• Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy;
• Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign;
• Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety;
• Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements

• Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role
• Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology
• An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential
• An understanding of JCT and other contract forms
• Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery
• Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher
• A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered)
• A full driving licence valid in the UK

• Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters;
• Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications;
• Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole;
• Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed;
• Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed;
• Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme.
• Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained;
• Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area;
• Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures;
• Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions;
• Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness;
• Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits;
• Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee
• Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion;
• Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information;
• Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs);
• Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents;
• Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme;
• Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy;
• Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign;
• Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety;
• Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements

• Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role
• Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology
• An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential
• An understanding of JCT and other contract forms
• Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery
• Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher
• A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered)
• A full driving licence valid in the UK

This is a remote based opportunity with some travel to various locations. You can be based anywhere in England.

Job Title: Fire Safety Tutor

Summary: Deliver fire safety courses (Level 3 and 4 minimum)

Develop courses as required in line with regulatory change, continuous improvement and customer experience.

Place of work: Home address delivering the training program via an interactive online delivery platform e.g. Zoom.

Travel to customer locations to deliver training will also be required

Arrangements : Full time employment (40 hours per week)

£40,000 - £44,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience

Duties:

1. Provide training and instruction in fire safety to customers and apprentices.
li>Deliver programme of Level 3/4 fire safety courses and qualifications.
2. Deliver other courses and qualifications (e.g. Level 2 award in Fire Safety Checks etc.).
3. Courses will be delivered both virtually using the online delivery platform (e.g. Zoom) and via face to face at customer locations across the UK.
4. Provide feedback on courses.
5. When required assist in the development of courses, qualification and training resources.
6. Attend and contribute at development and standardisation meetings/activities.
7. Develop and maintain competence commensurate with level of courses being delivered. Maintain and provide an up-to-date CPD record upon request.
8. Uphold and promote safeguarding policies and procedures.

Quals & Experience:

Exciting opportunities have arisen for a confident, enthusiastic and committed individuals with a keen eye for detail. You will be part of our professional and enthusiastic team, providing fire safety courses and qualifications in the British Isles.

Our client are a leading provider of Level 2, 3, 4 and 5 fire safety courses and qualifications. Their core customers are drawn from Fire Service, Building Control, fire risk assessors and facilities management

You must have:

li>Practical experience in the fire safety sector (Minimum 3-5 years).
• Competence and experience of applying technical fire safety e.g. Article 50 Guidance, ADB, British Standards (BS 999, BS 999 etc.).
• In depth knowledge and application of associated fire safety legislation (e.g. RR(FS)O etc.)
• A fire safety qualification or working towards e.g. Level 4 Diploma in fire safety or equivalent fire safety/fire risk assessment qualification.*
• Membership of relevant professional body (preferable) e.g. IFE, IFSM etc.
• A teaching qualification or working towards (qualification development may be offered for the right candidate)*
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Team oriented and flexible approach.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Proactive work ethic.
• Able to work independently with confidence.
• Evidence and awareness of learning styles, reasonable adjustments and additional need support.
• Understand responsibilities to Safeguarding and creating a safe working environment for all.
• Clean DBS checks (up to enhanced) may be required for the role.
• Be prepared to travel regularly to customer locations.

Driving license.

WearecurrentlyrecruitingforaFireSafetyTrainerandAssessor.Youwillbedeliveringfiresafetytrainingprogrammesdeliveredbothinpersonandonline.Allprogrammesaredesignedsoyouwillberesponsibleforalldeliveryandposttrainingassessing.

ThisisafulltimeopportunityandwillrequiretravelacrosstheUK.Trainingprogrammesrunfrom5hoursupto5days,thereforeyouwillneedtobeflexiblewithSundaytravelandovernightstays-allofwhichyouwillbereimbursedfor.

Y ourresponsibilities:

• Delivertraininginaccordancewithcompanycurriculumandfollowingstandardprocedures.
• Conductengagingtrainingsessionsforalldelegatesandprovidefeedbacktothetraininglead.
• Collaboratewithmanagementtoupdatecoursedesigns.
• Maintainaccuraterecordsoftrainingsessions,attendance,andassessments.
• Stayupdatedonindustrystandards,regulations,andemergingtrendsinworkplacesafety.
• Supportdelegateswithassessmentpreparationandpostassessmentevaluation.

Requirements

• Provenexperienceinfiresafetytrainingorarelatedfield.
• Knowledgeofcurrentsuiteoffiresafetycourses.
• Experienceinsystemdesignandtheabilitytobuildeffectivetrainingprogrammes.
• Excellentcommunicationskills,bothverbalandwritten,withtheabilitytoengagediverseaudiences.
• Strongorganisationalskillswithattentiontodetail.
• Abilitytoworkindependentlyaswellaspartofateam.
• Level3assessorqualification,Level3oraboveineducationandtraining.
• Experienceofoneorallofpassivefireprotections,firedoorinspectionandportablefireextinguishers.

AcompanyvehicleisprovidedforthisroleandyouwillneedtoholdafullUKdrivinglicence.

Withsomuchgrowthinthebusinessitreallyisagreattimetojoinandthereisplentyofscopeforfurtherprofessionaldevelopmentforyou!

Pleasenote:Sponsorshipisnotavailableforthisposition.

Job Title: Fire Safety Tutor

Summary: Deliver fire safety courses (Level 3 and 4 minimum)

Develop courses as required in line with regulatory change, continuous improvement and customer experience.

Place of work: Home address delivering the training program via an interactive online delivery platform e.g. Zoom.

Travel to customer locations to deliver training will also be required

Arrangements : Full time employment (40 hours per week)

£40,000 - £44,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience

Duties:

1. Provide training and instruction in fire safety to customers and apprentices.
li>Deliver programme of Level 3/4 fire safety courses and qualifications.
2. Deliver other courses and qualifications (e.g. Level 2 award in Fire Safety Checks etc.).
3. Courses will be delivered both virtually using the online delivery platform (e.g. Zoom) and via face to face at customer locations across the UK.
4. Provide feedback on courses.
5. When required assist in the development of courses, qualification and training resources.
6. Attend and contribute at development and standardisation meetings/activities.
7. Develop and maintain competence commensurate with level of courses being delivered. Maintain and provide an up-to-date CPD record upon request.
8. Uphold and promote safeguarding policies and procedures.

Quals & Experience:

Exciting opportunities have arisen for a confident, enthusiastic and committed individuals with a keen eye for detail. You will be part of our professional and enthusiastic team, providing fire safety courses and qualifications in the British Isles.

Our client are a leading provider of Level 2, 3, 4 and 5 fire safety courses and qualifications. Their core customers are drawn from Fire Service, Building Control, fire risk assessors and facilities management

You must have:

li>Practical experience in the fire safety sector (Minimum 3-5 years).
• Competence and experience of applying technical fire safety e.g. Article 50 Guidance, ADB, British Standards (BS 999, BS 999 etc.).
• In depth knowledge and application of associated fire safety legislation (e.g. RR(FS)O etc.)
• A fire safety qualification or working towards e.g. Level 4 Diploma in fire safety or equivalent fire safety/fire risk assessment qualification.*
• Membership of relevant professional body (preferable) e.g. IFE, IFSM etc.
• A teaching qualification or working towards (qualification development may be offered for the right candidate)*
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Team oriented and flexible approach.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Proactive work ethic.
• Able to work independently with confidence.
• Evidence and awareness of learning styles, reasonable adjustments and additional need support.
• Understand responsibilities to Safeguarding and creating a safe working environment for all.
• Clean DBS checks (up to enhanced) may be required for the role.
• Be prepared to travel regularly to customer locations.

Driving license.

Solid understanding of fire safety legislation (Fire Safety Act 2021, Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, RRO 2005).

Proven track record of overseeing fire safety in social housing or similar high-volume residential portfolios.

Experience in using RiskFlag software to build and manage digital safety cases

Experience procuring / commissioning and reviewing fire risk assessments (FRA Type 1)

The post holder will ensure LBL meets both statutory and non-statutory fire safety responsibilities in relation to legislation and associated building regulations.

They are responsible for the overall management of clear, consistent and quality fire safety management on a strategic and operational level.

They will develop strong working relationships with relevant consultants, service providers, in house staff, external agencies (including the London Fire Brigade) and residents.

They will be qualified to make decisions and recommendations in relation to the quality of incoming FRAs to the Head of Compliance.

The post holder will provide a professional advisory service working across Departments and the Capital team to provide clear, consistent and quality fire safety management, repairs and improvements, on a strategic and operational level to all housing stock. Direct line management of 3 x Grade PO3/4

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Job Title: Fire Safety Consultant (Fire Doors)

Industry: Fire Protection

Salary: 40,000 - 45,000

Location: London

I am currently working with a well established passive fire company who are looking for a Fire Safety Consultant to join their fast growing team.

As an FRA Carpenter in the Fire Team you will be responsible for:

• Provide comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment and consultancy services to a diverse portfolio of national and local clients across the United Kingdom.

  • Conduct comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments for designated buildings in accordance with current legislation and best practice.
  • Ensure timely submission of all assessments, consistently meeting contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Maintain an up-to-date and accurate Continuing Professional Development (CPD) log in line with professional standards.
  • Stay informed on evolving industry regulations, standards, and legislative updates relevant to fire safety.
  • Attend client appointments as scheduled, ensuring all commitments are fulfilled with professionalism and accuracy.
  • Gather and verify all relevant information, ensuring the correct documentation and templates are consistently used.
  • Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and compliant reports to the required standard.
  • Act as a professional ambassador for the company, consistently representing the organisation with integrity and a high level of customer service.
  • Meet or exceed performance targets, including the completion of a set number of risk assessments per month.
  • Collaborate effectively with internal teams and departments to ensure a seamless and coordinated service delivery.

  Requirements

  Who We're Looking For:

• A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, well presented and professional at all times, ability to work alone and as part of a team. For this opportunity, we are specifically looking for candidates who:

• • Hold a current accreditation with a recognised professional body such as the IFE (Institution of Fire Engineers), IFSM (Institute of Fire Safety Managers), or IFPO (Institute of Fire Prevention Officers) .
  • Registered on a recognised Life Safety Risk Register , or willing and eligible to work towards inclusion.
  • Demonstrates a strong customer-focused approach , with a commitment to delivering high-quality service.
  • Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills , with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
  • High level of attention to detail , ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of work.
  • Approachable and personable , with a friendly and professional manner that supports strong client and team relationships.
  • Strong time management and organisational skills , with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Consistently presents a professional image , both internally and externally, as a representative of the organisation.

Benefits:

• Company Car or Car Allowance - Choose between a fully maintained company vehicle or a generous car allowance of approximately 450 per month .
• Mobile Phone & Laptop Provided - Stay connected and productive with company-issued tech tailored for your role.
• Pension Scheme - Secure your future with contributions through our trusted Royal London Pension .
• Life Assurance - Enjoy peace of mind with life cover valued at 4x your annual salary .
• Generous Annual Leave - Start with a competitive holiday allowance that increases annually up to 25 days , in addition to

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Fire Safety Surveyor to join a Local Authority based in Hammersmith, West London. This will be a interim position paying 350p/d Umbrella.

My client can offer a hybrid working role which will include mainly on site work with some office and home working.

Job Purpose:

To provide fire safety surveying expertise, support and advice to ensure my clients housing stock is inspected, managed and maintained in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and any other appropriate Health and Safety Legislation.

Key Duties:

List key personal duties in order of importance.

• Provide specialist professional and technical advice and reports on all matters within the functionality of the service, including undertaking the role of professional or expert witness at hearings, adjudications and legal proceedings etc.
• Undertake and produce Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) for my clients housing stock and tenant meeting rooms, identifying all fire related risks and raise orders to repair and maintenance contractors to remedy risks and rectify identified minor breaches.
• Prepare a programme of FRA inspections in accordance with the regulatory reform order taking