Fire Consultant

Fire Consultant Application Deadline: 13 January 2026 Department: Built Asset Consultancy Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Bristol Description Title: Fire Consultant Discipline: Building Surveying Sector: Built Asset Consultancy Location: Bristol (With Hybrid Working) Why RLB? We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless. Bring them to RLB and you’ll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways. We’ll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector. You’ll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights. What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing. Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally. Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a Fire Consultant, with a background in Fire Safety Risk Management and Assurance/Compliance. This is an exciting opportunity for a high calibre candidate to join and strengthen our team. The role will be an excellent opportunity for a self-starter to provide fire consultancy services from within our existing team and look to further and progress their career in our employee-owned company. Role Responsibilities To carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures To ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, safety, Security and Quality Standards. To deliver value for money in all circumstances To undertake fire risk assessments across a variety of property types ranging from residential, healthcare, custodial, education and commercial To undertake fire integrity / compartmentation surveys to identify breaches, proposed remedial repairs through to preparation of specification and design To provide quality & technical monitoring on construction projects To provide fire safety advisor role to assist our clients with their property portfolio Ideally have good knowledge of Approved Document B, Health Technical Memorandum 05-02, Building Bulletins, relevant British Standards To review contractors’ proposals on construction projects and provide comment on suitability for the intended purpose Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive approach to the role, and will be delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results. They will be passionate about fire safety and will strive to provide the upmost quality on every commission. Qualifications Level 3 Fire Safety Qualification minimum Knowledge of current and incoming UK fire safety legislation Experience Experience of undertaking/reviewing Fire Risk Assessments Strong technical delivery experience Behaviours Client facing, ensuring high standards of technical delivery Able to build long-term relationships A track record of working with teams and prioritising workloads and delivering deadlines A team player, outgoing, flexible and motivated RLB Employee Benefits Our culture is built around enabling you to fulfil your potential, so you can look forward to benefits that include: Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work-life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages. Well-Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days. Focus On Wellbeing - We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes. Healthcare Packages - Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers. Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in-house mentoring schemes. Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions. Exceptional Exposure - You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions. Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities. Our Diversity & Inclusion Promise We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Find out more here: Diversity & Inclusion - RLB | Europe If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@uk.rlb.com