Contract Fire Safety Consultant, is required to join a leading consultancy based in Central London, specialising in fire safety engineering across the built environment. The position offers the opportunity to work in a variety of sectors including residential, commercial, heritage, healthcare and high-rise developments.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct intrusive compartmentation surveys, including Type 2 and Type 4 surveys within residential buildings.
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Complete Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Safety Audits, fire door inspections and wider fire safety inspections.
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Identify fire hazards, assess risks and review existing fire safety provisions and management procedures.
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Undertake site inspections, gather evidence and produce accurate technical reports, findings and action plans.
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Manage project deliverables in line with agreed timescales, quality standards and client expectations.
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Highlight complex or high-risk issues and work closely with senior consultants on project delivery.
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Liaise with clients, contractors, building managers and other stakeholders, communicating findings effectively.
Qualifications
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Minimum Level 4 qualification in Fire Risk or Fire Engineering.
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Minimum NFRAR Level 2 registration.
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Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) and/or Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM).
Experience
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Demonstrable experience conducting destructive Type 2 and Type 4 compartmentation surveys in residential buildings, including mid-rise and high-rise residential buildings (HRBs).
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Previous consultancy experience, with a strong understanding of UK fire safety legislation, British Standards, fire stopping and compartmentation.
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An ASFP Level 3 qualification in Compartmentation / Fire Stopping would be advantageous but is not essential.
Day Rate: £400–£500 per day, depending on experience and competency. Outside IR35
