About the job

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Fire Risk Assessor (Pathway to Fire Engineer)


South / South-East / Home Counties

Bring your fire safety expertise to a role that is anything but routine. If you thrive on variety, enjoy meeting new clients, and want a clear pathway into fire engineering, this is for you.

We at PIB are on the lookout for a dynamic Fire Risk Assessor to effectively manage a personal portfolio of clients in order to deliver high-quality fire risk assessments and fire risk management service whilst at the same time contributing to and supporting PIB Risk Management and PIB Group as a whole.

The role offers strong potential and prospects. We want the successful candidate to progress from Fire Risk Assessor to Fire Risk Engineer, supported by our guidance and funded study towards a Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design & potentially a Fire Engineering Degree.

The ideal candidate will already be qualified to Level 4 Fire Risk Assessor Certification with good Maths and English qualifications, and experience will already be gained within residential, commercial & complex workplace environments.

What youll do

• Visit varied sites and industries: no two days or buildings are the same.
• Travel with purpose: visit new clients, see how different buildings operate, and solve real-world problems on the ground.
• Autonomy and impact: shape safer outcomes while building your engineering skillset.

The role

• Conduct and deliver high-quality fire risk assessments and provide fire risk management consultancy.
• Advise clients on practical, risk-led improvements.
• Collaborate with designers, contractors, and insurers on new and existing buildings.
• Contribute to fire strategies and technical reports with support from senior engineers.

What youll bring

• Suitably qualified in Fire Risk Assessment to Level 4 as a minimum.
• Be registered with the IFSM fire risk assessor register at Tier 2 minimum (CFAR)
• Strong experience with residential and commercial premises.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and guidance documents.
• Strong diary management and administration skills.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above in Maths and English.
• Strong written and verbal communication; confident with clients on site.
• A curious, analytical mindset and a willingness to travel.
• Ability to think outside of the box and provide realistic cost-effective solutions.
• Full UK Driving License

What youll get

• Structured development plan with additional training and mentoring fully funded.
• After a successful probation period, the opportunity to undertake a Fire Engineering degree (sponsored pathway).
• Exposure to diverse projects, from concept design to occupancy.
• Competitive salary and benefits, mileage/expenses, and tools to do your best work.
• Flexible working and holiday options
• Pension, enhanced parental leave, and life insurance
• Discounts on technology, travel, and leisure
• Learning and development opportunities
• Volunteering and charity support days

Ready to turn fire risk assessing into fire engineering?

Apply now and turn your fire safety experience into a long-term engineering career while making a visible difference on every visit.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working and holiday options
• Pension, enhanced parental leave, and life insurance
• Discounts on technology, travel, and leisure
• Learning and development opportunities
• Volunteering and charity support days

Join a company that values innovation, growth, and its people. Apply now to take the next step in your career.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need this job advert in any other format or require any adjustments for your application or during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.

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