Karntek a trusted name in fire safety consultancy, is seeking a Health, Safety & Fire Risk Assessor to join our professional team of fire and building safety consultants. Karntek are accredited to BAFE SP205 Gold level in fire risk assessments, and any successful candidates will be audited under the BAFE scheme.
This role is critical in identifying fire and health & safety hazards, assessing risk, and supporting compliance across a wide range of premises. The successful candidate will undertake comprehensive fire risk assessments alongside health and safety inspections and advisory work, providing clear, practical recommendations to help clients meet their statutory duties and improve overall safety standards.
This is a field-based consultancy role requiring strong technical knowledge, professional judgement, and the ability to work independently with a varied client base.
Responsibilities
- Conducting thorough fire risk assessments for a range of properties, including commercial, residential, and industrial buildings.
- Identifying potential fire hazards and evaluating the effectiveness of existing fire safety measures.
- Preparing detailed risk assessment reports with clear recommendations for improvements and mitigation strategies.
- Liaising with clients and property managers to discuss findings and assist in implementing fire safety measures.
- Keeping up-to-date with current fire safety legislation and maintaining professional development.
Qualifications
- A relevant qualification in Fire Safety, Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience undertaking fire risk assessments and/or health & safety risk assessments.
- Strong working knowledge of fire safety legislation, with a good understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and professionally.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and operate in a field-based consultancy role.
- Willing and able to work alone, including remote working.
- Field-based role covering Central and Greater London, with occasional travel to other locations.
- Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
- Enhanced DBS check required (arranged by Karntek).
- Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in fire risk assessment is required.
- NEBOSH or other Health & Safety qualification is advantageous.
- Registered with the IFSM, IFPO or IFE is advantageous.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Company vehicle and credit card
- Be accredited under the BAFE SP205 scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Being part of a fast growing business
- Company bonus scheme
Karntek is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, race, marital status, medical history, genetic information or parental status. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.
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