Fire Door Manager

Highgrove Recruitment Group Limited; Chorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Fire Door Manager to oversee all aspects of fire door safety in Chorley, UK. The role entails managing installation and maintenance projects while ensuring compliance with relevant UK legislation and quality standards. Candidates should have proven experience in fire door inspection, relevant qualifications, and excellent leadership skills. This position is pivotal for maintaining safety standards and requires a full UK driving license due to site visits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fire door inspection, installation, and passive fire protection projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and British Standards.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage fire door installation, inspection, and maintenance projects.
• Ensure compliance with British Standards and quality control.
• Lead site teams and conduct site inspections.

Skills

Fire door inspection

Project management

Compliance knowledge

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

FDIS NVQ (Fire Door Inspection Scheme) or equivalent

IOSH Managing Safely or other Health & Safety certifications

NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry

FIRAS accreditation

Job description

Fire Door Manager

We are seeking a dedicated Fire Door Manager to oversee all aspects of fire door safety, from installation and maintenance to ensuring full compliance with UK legislation. This role combines project management, technical expertise, and team leadership to ensure the highest safety and quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Contract Management: Manage fire door installation, inspection, maintenance, and remedial projects from start to finish.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Ensure all work meets British Standards (BS 8214, BS 9999), manufacturer specifications, and third-Party certification schemes (BM Trada, FIRAS).
• Team Leadership: Lead site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers; conduct toolbox talks and site inductions.
• Inspections & Audits: Perform site inspections, quality assurance checks, and detailed audits.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and maintain accurate compliance records.
• Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Act as primary contact for clients, resolving issues and providing technical guidance.
• Estimating & Procurement: Assist with estimating, tendering, and sourcing materials and services.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience in fire door inspection, installation, and passive fire protection projects. Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and British Standards.

Relevant qualifications (required or highly desirable):

• FDIS NVQ (Fire Door Inspection Scheme) or equivalent
• IOSH Managing Safely or other Health & Safety certifications
• NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry (preferred for hands‑on roles)
• FIRAS accreditation

Excellent leadership, organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Full UK driving licence (site visits required).