Job Description

Freelance Fire, Health & Safety Consultant | 3-5 working days per week | Competitive day rate | London and M25

At Ark Workplace Risk, we empower our clients to confidently manage risk, compliance, and safety through a trusted partnership built on expert knowledge, innovative solutions, and proactive guidance and insight.

About Ark Workplace Risk:

• Proven Expert Knowledge: With over 30 years of experience and a trusted reputation among 200+ UK organisations, we provide workable solutions that align with our clients' organisational and business goals, as well as regulatory requirements.
• Industry-Leading Software: Our innovative tools streamline risk and compliance management, putting clients in control and enabling them to demonstrate accountability to stakeholders.
• Insight-Driven Solutions: As industry thought leaders, we provide actionable insights into emerging legislation, guidance, and industry trends, ensuring court-readiness for their business.
• Responsive Partnership: From everyday guidance to urgent, critical, and complex scenarios, we work in partnership with clients, becoming their trusted advisor and solution provider whenever needed.

About the Role:

Reporting into a Team Leader (each team is circa 5-7) and up to the Director of Professional Services, you will join a market-leading team of professionals to undertake risk assessments and advise on fire, health, and safety matters at mainly low- to mid-rise buildings, supporting our established portfolio of clients across residential, commercial, and retail segments.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake risk assessments including fire and health and safety, ensuring the earning target is met.
• Conduct various fire, health, and safety assignments within your competency.
• Deliver client reports within the agreed SLA, ensuring a forensic and pragmatic approach to achieve the Ark 'Gold Standard'.
• Design health and safety site management systems tailored to client requirements.
• Conduct onsite briefings and advise on risk management improvements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Share knowledge with other consultants to promote continuous learning.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of controlling risks and compliance related to our online management system QUOODA.
• Stay updated with technical and regulatory requirements impacting clients.
• Perform any reasonable requests made by the line manager.

Practical Requirements:

• Possess a full driving license and the ability to travel by car or public transport to assignments.
• Set up a suitable home office for connectivity, safety, and productivity to facilitate hybrid working.