Risk Assessor (Basingstoke/Reading areas)
Location – Remote working (Basingstoke/Reading area)
Working Hours – 37.5 hours per week, 0900 – 1730 Monday - Friday
Salary – Competitive + car allowance + benefits
About SRVO
SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy, providing a full range of surveying, project and consultancy services, along with Risk Assessments throughout the UK. SRVO supports both the commercial and residential sectors, we are proud of our great reputation and the relationships built with our clients over many years.
Our mission is to transform the property landscape with safe and sustainable solutions.
At SRVO, we set up people to succeed, giving them the tools and support that they need to do so. This includes providing our people with a clear path to career development and a broad variety of experience, whilst also providing technology and tools that enable them to flourish.
We recognise the individual capabilities and contributions of all our people as we do this, in a supportive environment where wellbeing is prioritised.
We foster an ambitious environment, where people strive to improve and be challenged whilst also enjoying the work that they do. We are open and clear regarding reward and seek to deliver a leading approach that recognises great people.
SRVO are an Odevo Group Company.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave for work-life balance.
- Hybrid and flexible work opportunities.
- Financial support for personal development.
- Opportunities for career growth.
- In-house company Travel Perk portal.
- Employee Referral Scheme for potential bonuses.
- Discretionary Bonus
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety and Fire Risk Assessor to join our expanding Risk team.
The role involves conducting site-based risk assessments on clients’ portfolios, covering internal and external common parts.
Our clients are primarily Residential Property Managers overseeing purpose-built residential developments across the UK.
Key Responsibilities And Tasks Include
- Conducting Fire and General H&S Risk Assessments according to best industry practices.
- Producing accurate, timely risk assessments with clear instructions for required works.
- Liaising with clients to ensure understanding, compliance, and timely resolution of fire-related issues.
- Assisting clients in creating remedial work schedules if necessary.
- Attending client meetings when needed.
- Peer review and validation of works.
- Providing technical advice aligned with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and relevant H&S legislation.
- Achieving all set KPI targets.
Key Skills And Qualifications
- NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety or equivalent (Level 3) (Essential)
- NEBOSH General Certificate if Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent (Level 3) (Essential)
- FPA Level 4 in Fire Risk Assessment or equivalent (Desirable but not essential)
- A full clean driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.
- Strong knowledge of fire safety and H&S legislation, technical standards, and industry best practices.
- Proven experience in conducting Fire and H&S Risk Assessments.
- Professional qualifications in fire safety and risk assessments (e.g., Fire Protection Association, Institute of Fire Engineers, Institute of Fire Safety Managers, NEBOSH).
- Professional qualifications in Health & Safety management and risk assessments (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH).
- Competence to carry out Fire Risk Assessments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work autonomously.
- Understanding of British Standards related to fire and life safety systems and H&S.
- Ability to build and maintain professional relationships both internally and externally.
Application Process
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required.