Fire Risk Assessor

Job description

Fire Risk Assessor

Location: Sheffield (Site-Based with Hybrid Flexibility)

Rate: £25.79 per hour (Umbrella)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified Fire Risk Assessor to support a large local authority housing portfolio in Sheffield. This role involves conducting Type 1 Fire Risk Assessments (non-intrusive, common areas only) across a range of low-rise residential properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out Type 1 Fire Risk Assessments in line with current legislation and guidance
• Inspect common areas within low-rise social housing properties
• Identify fire hazards, assess risks, and recommend appropriate control measures
• Produce clear, compliant, and concise fire risk assessment reports
• Manage workload effectively across multiple sites within Sheffield
• Liaise with internal stakeholders where required

Working Arrangements:

• Site visits across Sheffield
• Flexibility to complete reports either from home or from the office

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience carrying out fire risk assessments within a social housing environment
• Demonstrable experience completing Type 1 Fire Risk Assessments (common areas only)
• Recognised Fire Risk Assessment qualification
• Registered on a recognised Fire Risk Assessor register (minimum Intermediate level; Advanced preferred)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed.

For more information on this position, please contact Marika Powell at ARM on 02392 228232 or email your CV and covering letter to marika.powell@arm.co.uk.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sheffield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-06-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English