Fire Risk Assessor

Fire Risk Assessor (Temporary Contract) – Social Housing | Cheltenham | Outside IR35

We’re partnering with a respected social housing provider in Cheltenham that urgently requires an experienced fire risk assessor for a temporary assignment. This is an outside IR35 opportunity, ideal for a self-employed professional or consultancy.

Location: Cheltenham and surrounding areas
Contract: Temporary (initial 3–6 months, potential extension)
Rate: Competitive day rate – outside IR35

The role:
You’ll undertake comprehensive fire risk assessments across a varied portfolio of social housing properties, helping ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and – most importantly – keeping residents safe.
Key responsibilities:

• Carry out Type 1 and Type 3 fire risk assessments
• Identify and document fire hazards, risks, and recommended remedial actions
• Liaise with property teams, contractors, and residents to ensure recommendations are clearly understood and implemented
• Maintain accurate records and produce high-quality FRA reports
• Keep abreast of updates to fire safety legislation and best practice

About you:

• Recognised fire risk assessment qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Safety, IFSM, IFE, or similar)
• Solid experience conducting FRAs in residential or social housing settings
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation and guidance
• Clear, concise reporting skills
• Full UK driving licence and own transport

Why this role?

• Flexibility to manage your own workload as an external consultant
• Interesting portfolio of residential properties in Cheltenham
• Work alongside a supportive, safety-focused team
• Outside IR35 – suitable for Ltd company contractors

If you’re a professional fire risk assessor available for an immediate start and want to support safer homes in the social housing sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact David on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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