Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. Fire Risk Assessor Hourly Rate: £19.81 PAYE (negotiable) Location: Sheffield Job Type: Temporary (until permanent appointment is made) Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Sheffield City Council is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join their team on a temporary basis. This role is crucial for undertaking fire risk assessments across the council’s housing stock, focusing particularly on social housing properties. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the council’s fire safety and compliance programme. Day-to-day of the role: Undertake Type 1, non-destructive Fire Risk Assessments in accordance with relevant legislation and guidance. Complete fire risk assessments in communal/common areas of residential buildings. Assess a range of property types, from low-rise residential housing to higher-risk premises such as tower blocks and sheltered accommodation. Produce clear, accurate, and timely written reports using the council’s Civica system. Manage a workload of approximately 25 assessments per month for low-rise properties, adjusting based on property type and risk level. Liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and contribute to fire safety improvement plans as required. Attend initial office-based induction and meetings as necessary. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualified as either an Intermediate or Advanced Fire Risk Assessor. Professional Membership in a relevant body such as the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM) or an equivalent recognised fire safety professional association. A minimum of two years’ experience working within a social housing environment. Proven experience conducting fire risk assessments in residential settings. Experience assessing high-risk residential buildings is desirable for advanced-level candidates. Work Arrangement: Predominantly home-based role with initial office-based induction. Regular site visits to council properties. Home-based report writing and administration. Site allocations arranged to be geographically convenient to reduce travel time. Contract Details: Temporary role concluding once a permanent appointment is made. Temporary postholders are encouraged to apply for the permanent role when advertised. The permanent role is expected to be advertised for approximately three weeks. There may be up to two vacancies, depending on interview outcomes and the availability of suitable candidates. Expenses and Benefits: Mileage paid at the government rate. xehkeey To apply for this Fire Risk Assessor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.