Risk Assessor - London

FIRE RISK ASSESSOR

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SRVO £Competitive London / UK Travel
ROLE OVERVIEW
This is an opportunity to join SRVOs growing Risk team as a Fire and Health & Safety Risk Assessor, working across a portfolio of purpose-built residential developments throughout the UK.
Youll be conducting site-based fire and H&S risk assessments on behalf of residential property managers, producing high-quality reports and providing clear, practical guidance to clients on compliance and remedial action.
The role is remote-based with regular travel to sites across London. It suits a technically confident Assessor who is comfortable working autonomously, managing their own schedule and building trusted client relationships.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
Youll plan and execute your own site visits, producing accurate and timely risk assessments to a consistently high standard. Youll be expected to work independently while staying closely connected to the wider team.
Clients are primarily residential property managers overseeing large, purpose-built developments. Youll liaise directly with them to explain findings, agree remedial action plans and support them in meeting their compliance obligations.
Technical rigour matters. Assessments must reflect current legislation and best practice, and your advice will often inform how clients prioritise and schedule significant remedial works.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
Youll be successful in this role if:
You consistently deliver accurate, well-structured risk assessments on time
Clients understand your findings and trust your advice
You manage your diary and travel efficiently, meeting KPI targets
Your technical knowledge is current and applied with sound professional judgement
You build strong, long-term relationships with clients and colleagues
HOW YOULL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME
Most weeks, youll be:
Conducting Fire Risk Assessments and General H&S Risk Assessments on residential developments
Producing clear, accurate reports with prioritised recommendations for remedial works
Liaising with residential property manager clients to explain findings and support compliance
Advising clients on remedial work schedules and helping them navigate the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Peer reviewing colleague assessments to maintain quality standards
Attending client meetings when required
Keeping up to date with fire safety legislation, British Standards and industry best practice
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
This role suits someone who:
Has proven, hands-on experience conducting Fire and H&S Risk Assessments
Holds a NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety (or equivalent, Level 3) essential
Holds a NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent, Level 3) essential
Is comfortable working remotely and managing their own workload and travel schedule
Communicates clearly and professionally in both written reports and client-facing settings
Has a full, clean driving licence and is willing to travel, including occasional overnight stays
EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS
FPA Level 4 in Fire Risk Assessment or equivalent (desirable but not essential)
Professional membership or accreditation with the Fire Protection Association, Institute of Fire Engineers, Institute of Fire Safety Managers or similar
IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications in Health & Safety management
Experience working on purpose-built residential or multi-occupancy buildings
Strong knowledge of British Standards related to fire and life safety systems
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary aligned to experience
Discretionary bonus
Remote working with flexibility built in
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Financial support for personal development and professional qualifications
Opportunities for career growth within a growing Risk team
Employee referral scheme
In-house Travel Perk portal
Employee Assistance Programme
ABOUT SRVO
SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy delivering building surveying, project management, advisory services and risk assessments across the UK. We work across both residential and commercial sectors, providing technically robust, practical advice on complex assets and projects.
As part of the Odevo Group, SRVO offers the scale, stability and long-term investment that many traditional consultancies cannot. This allows us to focus on quality, safety and sustainable outcomes rather than short-term targets.
Our mission is to transform the property landscape with safe and sustainable solutions and our Risk team is central to that.
HOW WE HIRE
Initial conversation with our talent team
Interview focused on technical knowledge, approach and experience
We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. xwzovoh
INTERESTED?
Apply with your CV.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required