Fire Damper Engineer

Checkmate Fire Solutions Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays + bank holidays + x-m

Birthday off (probation)

Training Academy

Recognition programs

Job summary

Checkmate Fire Solutions Ltd is seeking a competent Fire Damper Engineer to join our Dampers division in the UK. The role involves inspection, testing, and remediation of fire dampers across various buildings, with regular travel across the UK.

The ideal candidate will have experience with fire dampers or HVAC systems, strong knowledge of fire safety regulations, and qualifications in testing, cleaning, inspecting and installation. A UK driving licence and relevant training are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with fire dampers or HVAC systems.
• Strong understanding of fire safety regulations (BS9999, HTM05-02, BESA).
• Relevant qualifications in fire damper testing, cleaning, inspecting and installation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scheduled inspections and one-off project inspections.
• Assess building maintenance records and drawings (compartmentation).
• Perform remedial works on dampers including repairs and installations.
• Submit building checklists on project completion.
• Attend pre-starts and related meetings.
• Support operations teams in understanding remedial requirements and building complexities.

Skills

Fire dampers/HVAC experience

Understanding fire safety regs

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Fire Dampers/Ventilation

ASFP Level 3 or equivalent

NAADUK Fire & Smoke Damper Training

Job description

About Us

Checkmate Fire Solutions is a leading UK provider of passive fire protection and compliance services, supporting clients across the built environment with safety, integrity, and technical expertise. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and regulatory excellence, the company partners with organisations to deliver robust fire safety solutions that protect lives and assets.

Following further growth in our Dampers division, we are seeking a competent and skilled, Fire Damper Engineer with a strong background in inspection, testing, and remediation works to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in fire safety systems who is looking to develop their career with a growing organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for and involved in the delivery of scheduled inspections and 'one off' project inspections
• Assessing and understanding building maintenance records including compartmentation drawings, O&Ms, FRAs
• Perform remedial works, including repairs, replacements, and installations of fire dampers.
• Submitting building checklists on completion of project per building.
• Attending operational Pre-starts and other meetings as required
• Supporting the operations teams in understanding remedial requirements and building complexities

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience working with fire dampers or HVAC systems
• A strong understanding of Fire safety regulations, BS9999, HTM05-02, BESA and relevant qualifications in fire damper testing, cleaning, inspecting and installation
• NAADUK Fire & Smoke Damper Training (or equivalent)
• NVQ Level 2/3 (or higher) in Fire Dampers/Ventilation
• Full UK Driving Licence (Regular travel across the UK is required)
• ASFP Level 3 or equivalent Passive Fire Qualification
• CSCS card Skilled Worker

Why Join Us

• A competitive remuneration package tailored to your role
• 25 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays + Christmas Shutdown
• Birthday off (after successful 6-month probationary period)
• Access to continuous learning opportunities through our Award-winning Training Academy
• Recognition programs to celebrate contributions and milestones

Recruitment Agencies

Checkmate Fire Solutions does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from any source other than directly from the candidate. We do not accept unsolicited communications or submissions from external recruitment agencies. Any recruitment agency wishing to submit candidates must have a current, duly executed agreement in place with Checkmate Fire Solutions and must be expressly instructed in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy. In the absence of such agreement and written instruction, Checkmate Fire Solutions reserves the right to consider any CV or candidate submission as unsolicited and shall have no obligation to pay any fees, commissions, or other charges in respect of such submission