Job description
An award-winning employer, our people are trusted and responsible, believing in what they do with a clear commitment to contribute to transforming the world we live in and shaping a world of trust. Bureau Veritas operates in a wide range of sectors, delivering Testing, Inspection and Certification services to some of the world's biggest household names. With more than 400,000 global clients and a reputation for quality, we are at the forefront of service and innovation. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we have worked hard to create a supportive and engaging working environment, which is open and inclusive and individuals are given the opportunity to fulfil their potential and really leave their mark. Role: Fire Safety Consultant Location: Reading, Berkshire Your career is about more than building a CV-it's a chance to #Leaveyourmark Make an impact doing work you can be proud of and contributing to a global mission to enhance safety standards with integrity and help us create a brighter future, shaping a world of trust, and a safer society for us all. Role Purpose As a Fire Safety Consultant, you will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality, best in class services including Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Safety Audits, Fire Management Strategies, Fire Door Surveys, Passive Protection Surveys, Fire & Emergency Plans, Fire Safety Consultancy, Fire Safety, Fire Warden and Associated Training Delivery, Occupancy calculations and surveys. You will cover a defined territory servicing clients from a range of industries and building types. What will you need to succeed in this role? European Diploma in Fire Safety (preferred) Ideally validated at Tier 2/3 with the IFSM, or experience and willingness to gain validation NEBOSH Fire Safety and Management Certificate MIFSM, MIFPO or GIFireE or above Extensive technical understanding of the implementation of fire safety legislation and technical standards e.g. BS9999 Previous risk assessment experience combined with demonstrating the skills and knowledge to conduct Tier 2/3 risk assessments Liaison with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation, including Senior Management Training Delivery What's in it for you? Negotiable basic salary plus bonus and company car or allowance of £4250 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays with the option to buy or sell 5 holidays, plus an option to carry over 5 days Combined employee (3/4%)/employer (6/8%) pension contributions of up to 12% Flexible/Home Working Flexible benefits scheme, to suit what is important to you including Life Cover, Private health care, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policy, Give as You Earn scheme & Travel Insurance Health and Wellbeing Support through; Mental Health First aiders, Employee Assistance programme & Smart Health services Working for an Industry leading global Inspection company certified as a UK Top Employer for the last nine years in a row Please be aware that all roles within Bureau Veritas UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer. No job applicant or employee shall receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability or age. Bureau Veritas operates a strict Code of Ethics that ensures the proper conduct of our day-to-day business. Bureau Veritas