Fire Surveyor

My client, a leading fire engineering consultancy, is seeking a competent Fire Surveyor with experience in external wall assessments and Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEW). This role requires a detail-oriented professional to conduct thorough passive fire assessments and ensure compliance with current legislation and UK building standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Passive Fire Assessments:
  Evaluate performance characteristics of external walls, interpreting manufacturers’ literature, certification, and test reports to assess fire resistance.

• Fire Risk Appraisals:
  Conduct comprehensive Fire Risk Appraisals, including External Wall Assessments (EWS1 and FRAEW).

• Site Visits:
  Undertake detailed site inspections to assess compliance with fire safety requirements.

• Legislative Compliance:
  Ensure adherence to relevant UK building standards and fire safety regulations.

• Travel Requirements:
  Travel across the UK, with the possibility of overnight stays, to complete site visits and client engagements.

• Time Management:
  Effectively manage time to meet deadlines and maintain high standards of service delivery.

• Fee Proposals:
  Assist in preparing fee proposals for potential and ongoing projects.

• Commercial Awareness:
  Demonstrate a strong understanding of the commercial aspects of fire safety consultancy.

• CPD Contribution:
  Provide input and support for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) within the organisation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Background:
  Relevant degree or qualification in Building Studies, Risk Assessment, or a related field.

• Professional Memberships:
  Membership with a recognised body in surveying, construction, engineering, or fire safety (e.g., IFE, IFSM, AIFireE).

• Experience:
  Proven track record in a similar role, with experience in external wall assessments and FRAEW.

• Driving Licence:
  A full UK driving licence is essential due to the nature of the role.

In Return, My Client Offers:

• Competitive salary: £50,000 – £65,000
• 23 days of annual leave
• Professional development assistance
• Sponsorship for professional education and paid membership fees
• Pension scheme
• Access to an in-office gym
• Subsidised private medical scheme
• Life insurance
• Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme
• Travel card loan

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career with a market leader in fire safety consultancy. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to enhancing fire safety across various building types.

For further details, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.