Fire Engineer

Edinburgh City Football Club Limited.; Bishopbriggs; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional membership fees

Chartership support

CPD and training

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

A well-established fire safety consultancy in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Fire Engineer to join the team and work across a varied portfolio in Glasgow and Central Scotland. The role offers greater project exposure, technical development, and progression within a supportive consultancy environment.

The Fire Engineer will be involved throughout design and construction, providing practical and technically sound fire safety advice.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of UK and Scottish fire safety guidance and Building Standards.
• Experience producing fire strategies or similar outputs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review fire strategies for diverse projects.
• Conduct site inspections and technical assessments.
• Advise on means of escape, compartmentation and fire resistance.
• Review architectural drawings and construction information.
• Apply relevant UK/Scottish guidance and standards.
• Liaise with architects, contractors, developers and design teams.
• Produce clear technical reports and recommendations.
• Support projects from early design through to completion.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

UK/Scottish regs

IFE progress

Driving licence

Education

Fire Engineering degree

Job description

A well-established fire safety consultancy is looking to add an experienced Fire Engineer to their growing Glasgow team. The successful Fire Engineer will work across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments throughout Glasgow and Central Scotland.

This opportunity would suit a Fire Engineer looking for greater project exposure, strong technical development and the chance to progress within a supportive consultancy environment.

The Fire Engineer's Role

The Fire Engineer will be involved throughout the design and construction process, providing practical and technically sound fire safety advice.

Typical responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and reviewing fire strategies
• Carrying out site inspections and technical assessments
• Advising on means of escape, compartmentation and fire resistance
• Reviewing architectural drawings and construction information
• Applying relevant UK and Scottish fire safety guidance and building standards
• Liaising with architects, contractors, developers and design teams
• Producing clear technical reports and recommendations
• Supporting projects from early design through to completion

The Fire Engineer

The successful Fire Engineer will ideally have:

• A degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline
• Previous experience within a fire engineering consultancy
• Good knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and Scottish Building Standards
• Experience producing fire strategies
• IFE membership or progress towards professional registration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A full UK driving licence

Both developing and experienced Fire Engineer candidates will be considered, with salary reflecting experience and qualifications.

In Return?

The Fire Engineer can expect:

50,000 - 65,000
Hybrid and flexible working
Professional membership fees
Chartership support
Ongoing CPD and technical training
Pension scheme
Generous annual leave
Clear career progression
Additional company benefits

Ref: LB5297

Fire Engineer / Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / Building Safety / Fire Safety Engineering / Fire Risk / Fire Modelling / Fire Compliance / Building Regulations / Fire Consultancy