Senior Fire Safety Surveyor

As Senior Surveyor - Fire Safety, you will lead the operational delivery of fire safety compliance activities across Croydon's housing portfolio.

Reporting to the Senior Fire and Building Safety Manager, you will manage fire risk assessment programmes, oversee remedial works, provide technical expertise on active and passive fire protection measures, and ensure compliance with all relevant fire safety legislation.

You will work closely with contractors, consultants, residents and internal stakeholders, managing projects from inception through to completion while ensuring quality, value for money and regulatory compliance.

The role will also involve leading a small specialist team, conducting inspections and audits, managing budgets, and supporting wider building safety initiatives across the Council.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and related building regulations.
• Proven experience managing fire safety compliance within the residential housing sector.
• Experience commissioning, reviewing and managing Fire Risk Assessments and associated remedial programmes.
• Strong technical knowledge of active and passive fire protection systems and their installation requirements.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants and specialist compliance services.
• Ability to produce technical reports, specifications and recommendations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with a customer-focused approach.
• Good financial and contract management experience.

Qualifications

• RICS-accredited degree, building surveying qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Professional qualification in Fire Safety Management, Fire Risk Assessment or a related fire safety discipline.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Thorough understanding of relevant health and safety legislation.

What You'll Get in Return

Croydon Council offers a competitive package, including:

• Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on service).
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Essential Car User Allowance (where applicable).