Fire Surveyor - property

Fire Surveyor

Contract | Public Sector/Housing | NorthWest

Are you an experienced Fire Surveyor with strong knowledge of fire safety regulations, compliance standards, and risk assessment frameworks?

We're supporting a leading housing provider seeking a specialist to deliver high-quality Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Door inspections, and compliance oversight across communal and residential buildings.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technical fire professional looking to make a meaningful impact on safety, regulatory compliance, and building quality.

Pay rates: £40- £50/h

Duration: 3 months

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments (FRA), ensuring compliance with PAS 79, BS 9999, PAS 9980, and relevant sector guidance.
• Inspect fire doors, communal areas, and compartmentation to identify risks and recommend remedial actions.
• Assess buildings against statutory requirements such as RR(FS)O 2005, CDM Regulations 2015, and the Fire Safety Act.
• Produce clear, detailed technical reports and compliance recommendations.
• Support organisational fire safety strategies and work collaboratively with asset, compliance, and repairs teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

You must demonstrate strong working knowledge of:

• Construction sector, building regulations, and CDM 2015.
• BS 9999, PAS 79, PAS 9980, and NFCC/ADB guidance.
• Fire Safety Act, FS(Eng) Regs, and responsibilities relating to communal areas, compartmentation, and building safety.
• Asbestos awareness, housing regulator compliance, and fire risk management principles.

Ideal/Highly Desirable

• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• Recognised project management qualification (eg, Prince2).
• Understanding of:
• JCT contracts
• Construction methodologies
• Fire risk within social housing environments

Desirable Additional Knowledge

Experience with fire safety systems, including (but not limited to):

• Fire alarms
• Emergency lighting
• Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs)
• Sprinkler systems

How to Apply

If you're a Fire Surveyor with a strong compliance background and availability to start quickly, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or message me directly for a confidential conversation

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