Full job descriptionSouthwark Council are looking for an Interim Operational Lead - RPEEPs & PCFRAs.
£400 per day (Could be negotiated).
2 days at the office SE1 2QH (Flexible).
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced Interim Operational Lead to drive the delivery of Person Centred Fire Risk Assessments (PCFRAs) and Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPs) in line with the Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025.
The role is peripatetic as it is primarily attending resident’s flats and carrying out Person Centred Fire Risk Assessments, however, can we put 2 days at the office per week (flexible).

You will lead the end-to-end RPEEPs process, ensuring residents at risk are identified, assessed and supported with proportionate, effective mitigation measures.

Key responsibilities:
*Deliver and oversee PCFRAs and RPEEPs across residential settings
*Manage the full lifecycle: assessment, technical review, implementation and review of mitigation measures
*Ensure compliance with legislation and maintain audit-ready processes
*Carry out a robust quality assurance function, including post-installation checks of life safety measures
*Work collaboratively with Building Safety Managers, Fire Risk Assessors, Housing teams and the London Fire Brigade
*Provide expert technical guidance and resolve complex cases
About You
*Proven experience delivering Person Centred Fire Risk Assessments
*Strong technical understanding of fire safety in residential buildings
*Ability to lead operational delivery and manage risk effectively
*Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
*Holds a recognised fire safety technical qualification