Fire Engineer - SME

Emcor Uk; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Emcor UK seeks a Fire Safety Manager to oversee compliance with fire safety regulations across various accounts. The role involves training, monitoring, and policy development to ensure safety standards are met. Applicants should have strong knowledge of UK fire safety laws and relevant certifications.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year

Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies

Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral

GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers

Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, etc.

Bike To Work Scheme

Paid volunteering and charity days

Medicash - Health cash plan covering various benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety laws and regulations.
• Experience in fire risk assessment and fire safety management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day fire safety activities across the BBC account.
• Provide fire safety training for Fire Wardens, employees and subcontractors.
• Support the Fire Safety Manager in developing policies.

Skills

Knowledge of UK fire safety laws

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Fire Safety Certification (NEBOSH or equivalent)

Membership of fire safety professional body (IFSM, IFE)

Job description

Location: Home Based with National Travel
Salary: £48,000 per annum
Working hours: 8-5 Monday to Friday
Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + BH, Flex Benefits (EMCOR UK discount scheme)

About EMCOR UK:
At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee day to day fire safety activities across the BBC account through the Fire Compliance dashboard.
• Provide fire safety training for Fire Wardens, employees and subcontractors, ensuring knowledge and compliance with regulations.
• Track and evaluate employee and subcontractor (SCP) performance related to fire safety equipment maintenance, through implementation of a Level 1 and 2 audit programme.
• Ensure that operational, project or event activities do not compromise fire safety standards.
• Offer ad hoc subject matter expertise on fire safety issues as needed.
• Support the Fire Safety Manager in developing and implementing fire safety policies and procedures.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support the execution of fire evacuation drills and emergency response exercises.
• Maintain accurate records of fire safety training, performance tracking, and compliance audits.
• Identify areas for improvement and suggest updates to fire safety protocols.

Person Specification

• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety laws and regulations.
• Fire Safety Certification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Safety, CFPA Europe Diploma, Fire Risk Assessment Qualification).
• Experience in fire risk assessment and fire safety management.
• Membership of a fire safety professional body (e.g. IFSM, IFE).
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.

• 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
  
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
  
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
  
• Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
  
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
  
• Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
  
• Bike To Work Scheme
  
• Paid volunteering and charity days
  
• Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
  
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.