Fire Risk Assessor

Fire Risk Assessor (Temporary Contract) Social Housing Cheltenham Outside IR35

We re partnering with a respected social housing provider in Cheltenham that urgently requires an experienced fire risk assessor for a temporary assignment. This is an outside IR35 opportunity, ideal for a self-employed professional or consultancy.

Location: Cheltenham and surrounding areas
Contract: Temporary (initial 3 6 months, potential extension)
Rate: Competitive day rate outside IR35

The role:
You ll undertake comprehensive fire risk assessments across a varied portfolio of social housing properties, helping ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and most importantly keeping residents safe.
Key responsibilities:

• Carry out Type 1 and Type 3 fire risk assessments
• Identify and document fire hazards, risks, and recommended remedial actions
• Liaise with property teams, contractors, and residents to ensure recommendations are clearly understood and implemented
• Maintain accurate records and produce high-quality FRA reports
• Keep abreast of updates to fire safety legislation and best practice

About you:

• Recognised fire risk assessment qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Safety, IFSM, IFE, or similar)
• Solid experience conducting FRAs in residential or social housing settings
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation and guidance
• Clear, concise reporting skills
• Full UK driving licence and own transport

Why this role?

• Flexibility to manage your own workload as an external consultant
• Interesting portfolio of residential properties in Cheltenham
• Work alongside a supportive, safety-focused team
• Outside IR35 suitable for Ltd company contractors

If you re a professional fire risk assessor available for an immediate start and want to support safer homes in the social housing sector, we d love to hear from you.

Contact David on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)