About Us This role attracts a Market Supplement £7228 Within excess of 30,000 dwellings, the London Borough of Hackney has a statutory commitment to routinely and diligently inspect its assets for the purposes of ensuring Fire Safety and integrity. We seek a suitably qualified energetic team member to undertake this very important task, often engaging with our residents and contractors alike. We will expect very professional and in depth reporting the output of which will drive forward our FRA planned works, the importance of which cannot be understated. We are looking to employ someone in the role of Risk Assessor. The post holder will be required to deliver an excellent risk assessment service. Therefore the successful candidate will hold a minimum NEBOSH Fire Safety cert. (or equivalent) and have extensive knowledge of fire safety practice, demonstrable through relevant qualification and work experience. Previous experience of working as a Fire Risk Assessor within social housing or the public sector is desirable. The ability to produce and analyse statistical data is a key requirement for this role. An Enhanced DBS is required for this role. There is no better place to work in London than Hackney; we have great pride in our borough, our communities, and our services. Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. It’s one of the most sought after areas to live in London with good schools, parks and local amenities, as well as great transport links and vibrant and diverse communities. If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below. The recruitment process is anonymous. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CVs. When applying, there will be a number of questions relating to the post on the application form. It is essential that you complete the application questions, responding to each using examples of your skills, knowledge and experience. We will not accept applications where Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been used to assist with completing the competency questions or any part of the application form. This application process replaces a supporting statement. Closing date for applications: 13 August 2024 (22:59) Interview date: TBC We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive. Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce. The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available: [email protected] Disclaimers apply, for full details see: https://hackney.gov.uk/email-disclaimer