Senior Fire Risk Assessor

SENIOR FIRE RISK ASSESSOR

• Diamond & Co • £40,000 - £55,000 DOE • Glasgow / Flexible working

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Senior Fire Risk Assessor to join Diamond & Co and play a key role in delivering high-quality, compliance-led fire risk assessments across residential, mixed-use and commercial portfolios, including Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs).

This is a senior delivery role requiring independent technical judgement, strong report authorship and the confidence to lead complex residential assessments. You will work within a BAFE SP205-accredited environment, where quality, consistency and defensible recommendations are central to how we operate.

Working under the direction of the Director of Fire Safety, you will take ownership of your own portfolio while also supporting wider team performance through peer review, mentoring and technical input.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

This role requires strong technical capability, sound judgement and the ability to manage complex assessment work independently.

You will be expected to undertake and lead Type 1-4 fire risk assessments, produce clear and proportionate life safety recommendations, and communicate findings professionally to a range of clients including managing agents, housing associations and developers.

You will also contribute to quality assurance, supporting junior assessors through peer review and helping maintain compliance with BAFE SP205 audit requirements.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

You'll be successful in this role if:

• Your assessments are technically robust, proportionate and professionally written
• Your recommendations are clear, defensible and aligned to current benchmarks
• Clients trust your judgement and rely on your advice
• You manage your workload, priorities and portfolio effectively
• You raise standards across the team through mentoring and QA input

HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

Most weeks, you'll be:

• Undertaking and leading Type 1-4 fire risk assessments across varied building types
• Managing complex residential assessments independently, including HRB exposure
• Producing clear, structured reports aligned to PAS 79-1 / BS 9992 methodology
• Reviewing fire strategies where relevant to assessment findings
• Presenting findings clearly to clients and stakeholders
• Supporting quality assurance through peer review of junior assessor reports
• Contributing to internal technical standards and BAFE SP205 audit compliance
• Providing reasoned technical advice aligned to current benchmarks

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

This role suits someone who:

• Has strong experience undertaking fire risk assessments across a range of building types
• Can lead complex residential assessments independently
• Produces clear, well-structured reports and defensible recommendations
• Has strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and current benchmarks
• Is confident working with clients and explaining findings professionally
• Can manage their own workload effectively and meet agreed deadlines

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Candidates must meet all of the following:

• Level 4 Diploma in Fire Risk Assessment (Ofqual regulated)
• 5+ years' experience delivering fire risk assessments, including complex residential work independently
• MIFSM + CFRAR Tier 2 minimum

Working knowledge of:

• PAS 79-1, BS 9992, PAS 9980 and BS 8674:2025
• Fire (Scotland) Act 2005, RRFSO 2005 and Fire Safety Act 2021

Desirable: NAFRAR Tier 3 BAFE SP205 Validator IFE membership (or working towards) FRAEW Single Building Assessments (Scotland)

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Strong residential portfolio experience, including complex blocks
• HRB exposure and compliance-led delivery
• External wall / façade risk experience (including FRAEW exposure)
• Excellent technical report writing and client-facing communication
• Strong organisation and time management skills

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary, aligned to experience
• Flexible working, with UK-wide project exposure (role dependent)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus Christmas closure
• Private healthcare (after probation) + employee assistance programme
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Support with APC, CPD and professional qualifications
• Employee perks (Spectrum Life + Extras), Cycle to Work and free eye tests
• Referral scheme + staff social events

ABOUT DIAMOND & CO

Diamond & Co is a UK-wide multidisciplinary building consultancy and fire engineering practice. The company combines chartered building surveying, architectural design, principal designer and project management services with specialist fire safety expertise to support commercial, residential and mixed-use developments across the UK and Europe.

Known for delivering tailored, practical solutions, Diamond & Co focuses on technical quality over volume, providing clear, considered advice rather than tick-box reporting.

Our experienced team works closely with clients to understand their needs, ensuring high-quality outcomes and professional standards on every assignment.

HOW WE HIRE

• Initial conversation with our talent team
• Interview focused on technical experience, judgement and approach

We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.

INTERESTED?

• Apply with your CV.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required. Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check.