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Job Title: Fire Risk Safety Office
Job Type: Permanent
Location: UK Wide – Field Based – Predominantly around the Midlands area
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Salary: Circa £45,000
Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise “when you need to be sure” underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS’s Industries and Environment services help businesses ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and consulting, supporting sectors from manufacturing to infrastructure and environmental management.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Fire Risk Assessor to join our growing Fire Safety team. This is an excellent opportunity for a competent and customer-focused professional who is passionate about fire safety and compliance. You'll undertake fire risk assessments across a variety of commercial, industrial, and residential properties, providing clients with practical guidance and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
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- Conduct fire risk assessments in line with current legislation, standards, and best practice guidance.
- Identify and highlight fire safety risks, providing clear recommendations, and escalating high-risk concerns where appropriate.
- Produce, review, and quality-check detailed fire risk assessment reports.
- Liaise professionally with clients, offering technical advice and support throughout the assessment process.
- Maintain accurate assessment records, ensuring all data is uploaded correctly to SGS digital systems.
- Travel to client sites as needed, with occasional out-of-hours or weekend working to support business requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
The ideal candidate has experience in:
- Undertaking fire risk assessments in commercial, industrial, and residential environments.
- Interpreting and applying fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
- Producing high-quality technical reports and communicating findings to clients.
- Working independently while managing multiple site visits and assessment schedules.
- Using digital devices and reporting platforms for data management.
You must also hold:
- A Level 3 qualification in Fire Risk Assessment or Fire Safety (Level 4 is preferred).
- A minimum of 12 months’ experience conducting fire risk assessments (5+ years is highly desirable).
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively.
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Desirable:
- NEBOSH Fire Qualification.
- Asbestos Awareness certification.
- Experience assessing complex or industrial premises.
- Experience conducting technical reviews or audits of fire risk assessments.
Additional Information
At SGS, we recognise and reward employee dedication. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:
- Performance-related bonus (subject to eligibility criteria).
- Private medical cover (immediate access).
- Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance.
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (including extra days with service) plus bank holidays.
- An additional birthday leave day.
- Retailer Discounts.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
- Length-of-Service Awards.
- Christmas Vouchers.
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives.
- Discounted Gym Membership.
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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