Celnor Group
Fire Safety Consultant
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Department: Consulting
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: London - Central
Compensation: £50,000 - £60,000 / year
Description
Fire Safety Consultant
CHPK Group
Who we are
CHPK are a leading consultancy specialising in fire safety engineering across the built environment. With a reputation for technical excellence and a client-first approach, we work across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, heritage, healthcare, and high-rise developments.
We’re proud of our collaborative culture, where people are supported, ideas are shared, and every team member is valued. If you’re looking to work in a place where your contribution matters and your growth is encouraged, we’d love to hear from you.
Part of the Celnor Group
Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.
While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.
Job details
We are looking for an experienced Fire Safety Consultant to join us.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fire professional to join a growing consultancy, working across a varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects.
You will deliver a range of fire safety consultancy services including Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Safety Audits, Intrusive Compartmentation Surveys, Type 2 and Type 4 surveys, Witness Surveys and wider fire safety assessments.
You will work closely with experienced Associate Director and Director level consultants, giving you the opportunity to continue developing your technical expertise, regulatory knowledge and professional competence.
The role would suit someone who is technically capable, commercially aware and looking to continue progressing their career within a supportive consultancy environment.
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What You Will Do
- Undertake intrusive compartmentation surveys, including Type 2 surveys covering common areas and Type 4 surveys covering common areas and flats.
- Undertake Fire Safety Assessments in line with the Developers Pledge, identifying and assessing base-build defects within residential buildings.
- Carry out Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Safety Audits and fire safety inspections across a range of premises.
- Assess fire hazards, identify risks and evaluate existing fire safety measures and management arrangements.
- Collect accurate and comprehensive information during site inspections and surveys.
- Prepare clear, technically robust reports, findings and action plans.
- Deliver allocated project work in line with agreed programmes, quality standards and client requirements.
- Identify and escalate complex, high-risk or unusual fire safety issues where appropriate.
- Support senior consultants with wider fire safety consultancy and project delivery activities.
- Liaise with clients, building managers, managing agents, contractors, site representatives and other project stakeholders.
- Attend site meetings, inspections and project meetings as required.
- Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Who you are
Ideally, You Will Have
- A Level 4 or higher UKAS-approved qualification in Fire Risk or Fire Engineering.
- NFRAR Level 2 Intermediate or Level 3 Advanced registration.
- Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) and/or Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM).
- Proven experience undertaking destructive compartmentation surveys, including Type 2 and Type 4 surveys within residential buildings.
- Experience surveying mid-rise and High-Rise Residential Buildings (HRBs).
- Experience undertaking fire risk assessments, fire safety audits, fire door inspections and intrusive compartmentation surveys.
- Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, guidance and relevant British Standards.
- Good knowledge of fire stopping and compartmentation, including ASFP guidance and the ASFP Coloured Books.
- Experience producing high-quality Technical Reports, Fire Risk Assessment Reports, Witness Reports and Action Plans.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to technical work.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
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Desirable
- ASFP Level 3 – Compartmentation / Fire Stopping qualification.
- Experience working on complex residential developments and HRB projects.
- Previous experience working within a consultancy environment.
Join us
You’ll be joining a business where your contribution matters and where professionalism, integrity and teamwork are genuinely valued. As part of the wider Celnor Group, you’ll benefit from group-wide investment, shared expertise and opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to grow.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and Christmas shutdown (2–4 days)
- Private healthcare and generous benefits package
- Ongoing CPD, training, and certification support
- Friendly, supportive, and collaborative working culture
- Opportunity to gain exposure to modern IT systems, cloud services, and cross-company projects
Important information
Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.
We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.
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