Fire Risk Assessor

ATK Solutions is currently working with x 2 Fire Risk Consultancies in the North East who are seeking a competent Fire Risk Assessor to join their team to deliver complex #FireRiskAssessments and receive training to become an Advanced Fire Consultant. Training provided for a qualified Fire Risk Assessor with some experience.

Opportunity 1 - Fire Risk Assessor

Our client is a well-established property and construction consultancy delivering a wide range of fire-safety services across residential, multi-occupied, commercial, and new-build environments.

Renowned for professionalism, technical quality, and a strong commitment to compliance, they work closely with clients to ensure buildings remain safe, well-managed, and fully aligned with current fire-safety legislation.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join our client''s expanding fire-safety team. Local work.

The successful candidate will carry out comprehensive fire risk assessments across varied property types, producing high-quality reports and offering clear, practical guidance to support compliance and improve safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) in line with statutory requirements and relevant guidance.
• Assess a broad range of building types, including residential housing, social-landlord stock, blocks of flats, HMOs, commercial premises, and new-build projects.
• Carry out fire-door inspections, compartmentation surveys, and assessments of escape routes and fire-safety systems.
• Prepare clear, detailed reports with actionable recommendations and risk ratings.
• Advise clients on fire-safety improvements, remedial actions, and ongoing risk management.
• Collaborate with wider consultancy teams on specialist fire-safety projects when needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fire-safety legislation, building regulations, and best practice.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering FRAs within residential and/or commercial settings
• Strong understanding of UK fire-safety legislation (FSO 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021, Building Safety Act 2022)
• Ability to assess complex and high-density residential environments such as flats and HMOs
• Excellent report-writing skills and professional communication
• High attention to detail with the ability to identify immediate hazards and long-term fire-safety risks
• Professional, client-focused approach
• Relevant fire-safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Safety, FPA FRA certification
• Familiarity with PAS 79 methodology is advantageous

What''s in it for you

• Competitive salary: -40,000 - -48,000, depending on experience
• Positive work-life balance
• 45p per business mile
• Excellent CPD opportunities and ongoing professional development
• 25+ days annual leave
• Clear progression and development pathway
• Local work

Opportunity 2 - Fire Risk Assessor

Our client is a professional fire-safety consultancy providing high-quality fire risk assessments, fire-door inspections, compartmentation surveys, and fire-safety training to help organisations meet legal obligations and protect people and property.

They work across a wide range of premises and pride themselves on expert guidance, integrity, and a commitment to keeping their clients safe.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their fire-safety career who wants to grow, be mentored, and take the next step within a small, supportive, family-run fire risk assessment firm.

You''ll be conducting fire risk assessments across various premises, supported by senior team members, while also gaining valuable experience in fire door inspections and reporting.

Ideal candidates will need to have a Level 3 Fire Safety-related qualification, experience with Fire Door Inspections, a driver''s license and access to their own car.

What You''ll Be Doing:

• Conducting fire risk assessments under supervision across a range of sites
• Completing fire door inspections and producing detailed, accurate reports
• Using RiskBase to manage and submit assessments
• Preparing clear, compliant reports with practical, actionable recommendations
• Communicating effectively with clients at all levels, both on-site and remotely
• Balancing your time between home-based reporting and on-site inspections (approx. 50/50)
• Working closely within a collaborative team, receiving regular guidance and support

What We''re Looking For:

• A Level 3 fire-safety-related qualification
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
• Strong understanding of fire-safety legislation (or a willingness to develop this further)
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and eagerness to learn

What''s in it for you:

• Competitive salary: -40,000 - -55,000, depending on experience - North East and national travel
• Well-balanced work-life - 2 days on site, 3 days home-based
• Paid IFSM membership and Tiered Register included
• Excellent CPD training and ongoing professional development
• 25+ days annual leave
• Fully funded work-related travel
• Clear development path within a supportive, family-run environment
• Local work and national travel

If you''re interested in these opportunities, please submit your latest CV, outlining your technical expertise and relevant sector experience.