Fire Risk Assessor (North West)

EDP Consultants Pty; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and safety consultancy in the UK is seeking Fire Risk Assessors to join their expanding team in the North West. This role involves field-based assessments of electrical substations and requires a UK manual driving licence. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a commitment to safety. A competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

£4,200 annual car allowance or company vehicle

Emergency First Aid training

Health and Safety Awareness Course (CSCS Card)

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK manual driving licence.
• Previous experience in fire safety, utilities, or health & safety is welcome.
• Able to travel up to 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Visiting multiple sites to assess electrical substations.
• Recording data and observations using app-based systems.
• Delivering accurate fire risk assessments according to UK safety legislation.

Skills

Fire Safety Knowledge

Comfortable with lone working

Confident using mobile technology

Reliable and self-motivated

Education

Level 3 Fire Risk Assessment or NEBOSH Certificate

Job description

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The Vacancy

Join Our Expanding Fire Risk Assessment Team in the North West

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys field-based work, wants to build a professional career in fire safety, and is motivated to learn. Whether you’re experienced in fire risk assessment, come from a utilities or health & safety background, or have experience in fire safety, this could be a great opportunity for you.

We’re looking for a dedicated team of new Fire Risk Assessors to join our North West team, covering areas around Cheshire and wider counties.

• Location: Around North West England (traveling across Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside)
• Contract: 2-year fixed term or Permanent contract available
• Salary: £30,000–£35,000 + £4,200 car allowance or company car
• Hours: Full-time, field-based role (some nights away from home required)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Visiting up multiple sites per day to assess electrical substations, mainly within urban/suburban areas
• Recording data and observations using app-based systems
• Working independently while supported by our dedicated safety and management teams
• Delivering accurate, high-quality fire risk assessments in line with UK safety legislation
• Undertake 3D imaging scans of each site (full training will be provided)

What We’re Looking For

• A full, UK manual driving licence (essential)
• Comfortable with lone working and being on the road up to 5 days a week
• Confident using mobile technology and digital reporting tools
• Reliable, self-motivated and safety-conscious individuals
• Level 3 Fire Risk Assessment, or NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent
• Previous experience in fire safety, utilities, or health & safety is welcome

What You’ll Receive

• A competitive salary £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
• £4,200 annual car allowance or company vehicle
• Emergency First Aid and Scottish Power training
• Health and Safety Awareness Course (CSCS Card)
• Candidates must be willing to obtain, Authorised Person (Access) training in order to facilitate sub station access
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Structured routes for career progression within a leading compliance business

Key Details

• Interviews will take place in November and December
• Start dates from available in December, January and February
• Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK (Please note that RSK is unable to provide UK visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have existing eligibility to work in the UK)

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About Us

EDP is a leading health, safety, and environmental consultancy founded over 25 years ago with offices throughout the UK, Ireland, Singapore and Australia. Established in Australia in 2018, the company has grown organically and delivers environmental, contaminated land and occupational hygiene services.

We are seeking brilliant individuals to join our team. Joining our company means more than a traditional 9–5. EDP provides a collaborative, inclusive and flexible work environment, focussing on keeping your personal life in balance. EDP provides a nurturing and dynamic work environment led by engaged senior managers who are invested in your success and will facilitate your career aspirations. We want you to grow with our business.

EDP is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services business providing dynamic multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

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