Fire Safety Specialist

21 Days Old

Fire Safety Assessor / Fire Safety Technician Location: Central London (approx. 80%) + occasional UK travel
Salary: £38,000£50,000
Hours: 4045 hours per week
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role Our client is seeking a Fire Safety Assessor / Fire Safety Technician to join their expanding team. This is a practical, varied role involving Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), fire drill observations, and wider fire safety assurance work across commercial and public-sector properties, with the majority of work carried out in Central London.
This position is ideal for someone with experience in fire safety who wants to develop broader technical skills, including passive fire protection (full training provided). For the right candidate, the role offers a clear progression route into team leadership, including training, mentoring and developing a team of passive fire technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Fire Risk Assessment & General Fire Safety Conduct Fire Risk Assessments in line with UK fire safety legislation (RRFSO 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021, PAS 79).

Produce accurate, professional FRA reports with clear recommendations.

Observe and evaluate fire drills, providing written analysis and improvement actions.

Provide competent fire safety advice to clients on compliance, evacuation procedures, and risk reduction.

Passive Fire Protection (Training Provided) Assist with inspections of passive fire measures (compartmentation, penetrations, fire-stopping, fire doors).

Support the development of new passive fire protection services.

Work towards recognised passive fire qualifications.

Team Development & Leadership Support the creation of an in-house passive fire safety technician team.

Assist with recruitment, onboarding and training of new technicians.

Take on supervisory responsibilities as the team grows.

Operations & Administration Maintain accurate site records and digital documentation.

Communicate professionally with clients to ensure high service standards.

Attend office days for admin tasks or work from home on non-site days as needed.

Candidate Requirements
Essential Experience completing Fire Risk Assessments or working in a fire safety-related role.

Understanding of fire safety principles, fire behaviour, evacuation procedures and UK legislation.

Ability to assess risk and produce clear written reports.

Strong communication and client-facing skills.

Willingness to travel across the UK and stay overnight where required.

Desirable (Training can be provided)
Experience or qualifications in passive fire protection / fire-stopping.

Experience mentoring or supervising junior colleagues.

Membership with a recognised body (IFE, IFSM, FRACS, etc.).

Salary & Benefits £38,000£50,000 basic salary depending on experience.

Company pension scheme.

All travel, equipment, accommodation, tablet and phone provided.

Flexible home-working for non-site days.

Office base available for admin days.

Free lunch on Fridays.

Monthly social events and a strong team culture.

Why Apply? This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career in fire safety, with full support, funded training, and clear progression into leadership. Youll work across a wide variety of sites, expand your technical capability, and play a key role in keeping people and buildings safe.
How to Apply If you meet the essential criteria and want to take the next step in your fire safety career, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Pivt Group LTD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Location:
Islington
Salary:
£50,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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