Fire Door Carpenter

Cotleigh Engineering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van & Fuel Card Provided

Weekly Pay (CIS)

Potentially long term contract

Job summary

Cotleigh Engineering in Greater London is seeking a skilled Fire Door Carpenter to install and maintain fire doors and fittings for private residential blocks across London. You will work in teams on medium to larger projects, ensuring quality workmanship and compliance with fire safety standards.

Applicants should have carpentry experience, own tools, and a commitment to safety. The role offers the potential for a long‑term contract with weekly CIS/Ltd pay, and a daily rate of £220–£230.

Qualifications

• Proven carpentry experience with fire door installations.
• Ability to work in residential blocks across Greater London.
• Must have own tools.
• References available upon request.

Responsibilities

• Install fire doors in line with fire safety regulations and ensure proper fitting.
• Inspect fire doors and identify deficiencies or non‑compliance.
• Repair and maintain fire doors, hinges, closers, seals, and glazing as needed.
• Test fire-rated hardware such as panic bars, hinges and locks.
• Collaborate with electricians/plumbers on projects involving fire doors.
• Provide guidance on regulations and best practices to clients and colleagues.
• Document installations, repairs, and inspections.
• Stay updated on regulations and attend trainings as necessary.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols on site.

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Fire door installation

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Carpentry tools

Measuring & marking tools

Job description

Fire Door Carpenter

£220-£230 per day

Benefits

• Van & Fuel Card Provided
• Weekly Pay (CIS)
• Potentially long term contract for reliable and competent installer

We are currently looking for a skilled carpenter to work on the installation of Fire Doors and Fittings for private residential blocks working across Greater London area. Working in teams to deliver quality installtions and remedial works.

Our Client undertakes carpentry and maintenance work for Property Management Companies, Landlords and Property Owners.

The suitable candidate will carpentry knowledge and the ability to undertake work including, fire door installation and carpentry maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Install fire doors in accordance with relevant fire safety regulations and standards, ensuring proper fitting, alignment, and functionality.
• Conduct fire door inspections, assessing their condition and identifying any deficiencies or areas of non-compliance.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance work on fire doors, including replacing damaged components, adjusting closers, and addressing issues with hinges, seals, or glazing.
• Install and test fire-rated hardware, such as panic bars, hinges, latches, and locks, ensuring they meet fire safety requirements.
• Collaborate with other tradespeople, such as electricians or plumbers, to coordinate projects involving fire doors and their integration with other building systems.
• Provide guidance and advice to clients and colleagues on fire door regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Document and maintain accurate records of fire door installations, repairs, and inspections.
• Stay updated on the latest fire safety regulations and industry trends related to fire doors, attending training sessions or workshops as necessary.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols, following proper procedures to ensure personal safety and that of others on the job site.

You will be supporting a range of residential and commercial Clients, so good customer service, punctuality and reliability is essential.

You will be working with a team member on larger projects and independently on smaller tasks.

Role Summary

• Potential long term contract
• Weekly pay CIS/Ltd Company
• 8 hours per day Monday to Friday
• Must have tools