External Wall Specialist - Hybrid Work, Building Safety Expert

London Fire Brigade; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working is available

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discount scheme

Free gym access

DBS checks and career development

Job summary

The London Fire Brigade is seeking two External Wall Specialists to join the Remediation Support Team. You will provide expert advice on external wall construction, remediation strategies and fire safety compliance, helping prioritise high-risk buildings across London.

You will evaluate PAS 9980 assessments, collaborate with fire engineers, authorities and industry partners, and support enforcement with clear technical evidence. A strong background in building safety is essential.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent in Building Surveying, Fire Engineering, Civil/Structural, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Significant experience in external wall systems, building safety, remediation or fire safety.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (IFE, CABE, RICS, CIOB, SFE, IStructE, or equivalent).
• Experience undertaking or reviewing PAS 9980 assessments and external wall fire risk appraisals.
• Experience on high-rise residential or complex mixed-use developments.
• Knowledge of government remediation programmes and building safety funding.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical advice on external wall construction, remediation strategies and fire safety compliance.
• Identify and prioritise high-risk buildings, evaluate PAS 9980 assessments and support enforcement activity.
• Work with fire engineers, remediation officers, local authorities and industry partners to provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Engage effectively with building owners, managers, authorities, contractors and residents.
• Contribute to strategic building safety improvements across London.

Skills

External wall systems

Cladding systems

Fire safety compliance

Building regulations

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Building Surveying degree

Fire Engineering degree

Civil/Structural degree

Professional body membership

PAS 9980 experience

High-rise remediation

Tools

MS Office

PAS 9980 assessments

Building safety software

Job description

The London Fire Brigade is seeking two External Wall Specialists to join the Remediation Support Team. You will provide expert advice on external wall construction, remediation strategies and fire safety compliance, helping prioritise high-risk buildings across London.

You will evaluate PAS 9980 assessments, collaborate with fire engineers, authorities and industry partners, and support enforcement with clear technical evidence. A strong background in building safety is essential.