Fire Safety Risk Assessor (Commissioning) – Nuclear

Overview

In this role you support the HPC commissioning safety program by assessing and overseeing fire safety risk; you work with the CommOps safety team and site fire safety groups to ensure compliance and a strong safety culture. You will help implement fire risk assessments, safety arrangements, and coordination across multiple contractors at the HPC site. The role sits at the intersection of commissioning, safety management, and regulatory compliance, offering impact through shaping fire safety practices on a major nuclear project. This is a hands-on, collaborative role with a clear mandate to uphold safety standards during transition from construction to operation.

Responsibilities

• Implement Fire Hazard Analyses (FHA) and Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) with inputs from HPC SMEs
• Assist the CommOps Fire Safety Lead with Commissioning Fire Risk Assessments
• Support administration of Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness Management Systems and Fire Safety Audits
• Contribute to implementing the Commissioning fire safety strategy for Commissioning/Pre Operation/Maintenance areas
• Ensure HPC Fire Health and Safety Standards are met and promote the HPC Way
• Assist with lessons learned, toolbox talks, and fire safety moments across the CommOps
• Administer and support regular site fire safety inspections with the CommOps Fire Safety Coordinator
• Assist with Fire Safety Assurance Audits, Inspections, and monitoring of site contractors to ensure compliance

Key requirements

• Minimum Level 4 Fire Safety Qualification with an approved professional body (IFE) and at least 2 years’ experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of Fire Safety principles and practices
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and capable of learning new software
• Hold CTC level security clearance or ability to obtain
• Strong understanding of Fire Safety Legislation (Fire Safety Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety Regulations 2022) and codes of practice
• Qualification such as H&S Diploma (NEBOSH) and accreditation to (or working towards) IFSM/IFE/FRACS
• Experience carrying out Fire Risk Assessments in CommOps/operating environments
• Clear written and verbal communication across all organizational levels
• Desirable: Chartered IOSH or equivalent; IFE membership/qualification; experience interfacing with ONR or HSE; knowledge of FERPs and fire safety standards

• Clear communication
• Collaborative mindset
• Ability to work across diverse teams
• Fire Risk Assessment (FRA)
• Fire Hazard Analyses (FHA)
• Regulatory compliance knowledge (RRO, Fire Safety Act, 2022 regs)

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