Fire Protection Operative

The-Best-Connection-Employment-Group; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection are seeking experienced Passive Fire Protection Operatives to support expanding workload across mainland UK. We are looking for skilled Intumescent Sprayers and Firestopping Installers who can deliver high‑quality work on a wide range of projects, from small works to large‑scale schemes, OR candidates with relevant experience who may have worked in a similar trade, labouring, painting, etc.

A valid CSCS card is a must have!

Qualifications

• Experience with airless spray equipment and DFT measurement.
• CSC card/CSCS compliance and quality standards.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist passive fire protection installations.
• Apply intumescent coatings to structural elements.
• Operate airless spray units and calibrate equipment.
• Use DFT measurement tools and follow manufacturer specs.
• Install firestopping systems and penetration seals.
• Install cavity barriers and structural boarding.

Skills

Airless spray equipment

DFT measurement

CSCS card

Driving licence

Fire protection installations

Education

CSCS card

Tools

Airless spray units

DFT readers

Job description

Salary: GBP14 - GBP20 per hour

The Best Connection are seekingvarious candidates for aFire Stopping Protection Installer role!

We are seeking experienced and reliable Passive Fire Protection Operatives to support our clients expanding workload across mainland UK.

We are looking for either skilled Intumescent Sprayers and Firestopping Installers who can deliver high‑quality work on a wide range of projects, from small works to large‑scale schemes, OR candidates with relevant experience who may have worked in a similar trade, labouring, painting, etc. A valid CSCS card is a must have!

You will be responsible for delivering specialist passive fire protection installations, including:

• Application of intumescent coatings to structural steel
• Operation and maintenance of airless spray units
• Accurate use of DFT readers and adherence to manufacturer specifications
• Installation of firestopping systems and penetration seals
• Cavity barrier installation
• Structural fire‑resistant boarding and encasement

Work is carried out nationwide, operating from our clients Midlands‑based facility.

Requirements

• Understanding of tested systems, compliance, and quality standards
• Competent with airless spray equipment and DFT measurement
• Experience with barriers, compound, and boarding systems
• Valid CSCS card
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and maintain high standards of workmanship

What the company offer

• Consistent workload on national contracts
• Professional and supportive working environment
• Training provided / partnered up with a long term employee for support
• Opportunities to work on varied and high‑value projects

Hours

• Dependant on contract