Fire Damper Testers & Installers - Tech 1 and Tech 2

Build Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel paid and accommodation

Overtime opportunities

Training and career progression

Company benefits package

Job summary

Build Recruitment is seeking experienced Fire Damper Testers and Installers for permanent roles with national coverage. The majority of work is in London, with travel and overnight stays paid where required.

You will inspect, test and maintain dampers, carry out drop testing, install new dampers, and produce compliant reports. A full UK driving licence and dampers experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous fire damper testing, installation or remedial experience.
• Knowledge of fire and smoke damper systems.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel nationally and stay away when required.
• CSCS card or relevant SKILLcard is desirable.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test and maintain fire and smoke dampers.
• Carry out drop testing and reset dampers after inspection.
• Install new fire dampers and complete remedial works.
• Identify defects, damage and non-compliant installations.
• Check access panels, penetration seals and surrounding fire-stopping.
• Accurately record test results, defects and photographic evidence.
• Complete site reports and update asset-management systems.
• Work in accordance with relevant standards and manufacturers instructions.
• Follow all site health and safety procedures.

Skills

Fire dampers testing

Ventilation experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reporting skills

Tools

BESA DW145 training

IPAF

PASMA

Asbestos Awareness

Job description

Fire Damper Testers & Installers Tech 1 and Tech 2

National Coverage Majority of Work in London

We are recruiting experienced Fire Damper Testers and Installers for permanent roles covering projects across the UK.

Although these are national positions requiring regular travel and overnight stays, the majority of the work will be based in London. Travel expenses and accommodation will be paid when working away from home.

The Role

• Inspect, test and maintain fire and smoke dampers
• Carry out drop testing and reset dampers after inspection
• Install new fire dampers and complete remedial works
• Identify defects, damage and non-compliant installations
• Check access panels, penetration seals and surrounding fire-stopping
• Accurately record test results, defects and photographic evidence
• Complete site reports and update asset-management systems
• Work in accordance with relevant standards and manufacturers instructions
• Follow all site health and safety procedures

Tech 1

Suitable for candidates with experience in fire damper testing, ventilation, ductwork or passive fire who can work effectively as part of a team.

Tech 2

Suitable for experienced technicians who can independently test, install and complete remedial works on fire and smoke dampers. Candidates should be confident identifying defects and producing accurate compliance reports.

Requirements

• Previous fire damper testing, installation or remedial experience
• Knowledge of fire and smoke damper systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel nationally and stay away when required
• CSCS card or relevant SKILLcard
• Strong attention to detail and reporting skills
• BESA DW145 training or equivalent would be advantageous
• IPAF, PASMA, Asbestos Awareness and Working at Height are desirable

Package

• Competitive salary dependent on experience and technician grade
• Paid travel and accommodation
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and career progression
• Company benefits package