Fire Safety Engineer

Network Rail; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Rail Scotland is hiring a Fire Safety Engineer based in Glasgow to protect passengers, colleagues and infrastructure. You will provide fire safety guidance across stations and assets, carry out risk assessments and support safer design and decision-making in line with industry standards.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, review contractor fire safety arrangements, and help drive continuous improvement across Scotland's rail network.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire safety risk assessments and inspections.
• Ability to provide specialist fire safety advice on projects and asset changes.
• Knowledge of industry standards and legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fire risk assessments and assurance activities across Scotland.
• Provide specialist fire safety advice on projects and asset changes.
• Support investigations and share lessons learned to drive improvement.
• Review contractor and supplier fire safety arrangements.
• Deliver practical guidance to managers and frontline teams.
• Help shape fire safety standards and assurance programmes.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Risk assessment

Inspection

Training

Education

Member or graduate of Institution of Fire Engineers or equivalent

Job description

At Network Rail, we're the publicly owned operator of Britain's rail infrastructure.

We're trusted custodians of one of our nation's most critical public assets: Scotland's Railway.

We keep Scotland moving - connecting people and places, supporting businesses, public services and communities - driving economic, social and environmental success.

Our work spans almost 20% of the UK network and between 2024 and 2029, we're investing £4.8 billion to enhance our stations and routes, supporting new passenger and freight rolling stock.

Working together with train operators, our investment will mean a more reliable, climate resilient railway; a better customer experience; and greener, more sustainable travel that links cities, towns, urban and rural communities with each other and with the wider UK.

But it's our people who make this progress possible. At Network Rail Scotland, you'll find an inclusive, supportive and flexible working culture where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. Join us.

For more information about Network Rail.

About the role

Every day, millions of people rely on the railway to get where they need to be safely. As a Fire Safety Engineer, you'll play a vital role in protecting passengers, colleagues, communities and the infrastructure that keeps Scotland moving.

You'll provide expert fire safety advice across Network Rail's stations, buildings and operational assets, helping to identify and manage fire risk, influence safer design and operational decisions, and ensure compliance with industry and legal standards.

Here are some of the duties your role will include:

• Carry out fire risk assessments, inspections and assurance activities across our Scotland wide portfolio.
• Provide specialist fire safety advice on projects, asset changes and infrastructure works.
• Support investigations into significant fire incidents, share lessons learned and help drive continuous improvement.
• Review contractor and supplier fire safety arrangements to ensure they satisfy required standards.
• Deliver practical guidance and support to managers and frontline teams.
• Assist the Senior Fire Safety Engineer and help shape fire safety standards, procedures and assurance programmes across the business.

Salary: Starting at £35,582 and rising to £43,400 per annum. Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer.

Closing date: Midnight of 16 th of November 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

Please note the recruitment process for this role is a competency-based interview. If any additional stages or testing/assessments are to take place, you will be notified of these.

We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone! Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Your experience and skills

Why this role matters

This is more than a compliance role. It's an opportunity to make a tangible difference to the safety of passengers, workforce and communities, helping to create a safer, more resilient railway for everyone who depends on it. You'll be at the forefront of managing fire risk and protecting critical national infrastructure, contributing directly to Network Rail's commitment to Everyone Home Safe Every Day.

What you will bring to the role:

• Graduate of the Institution of Fire Engineers (or equivalent work-related transferrable competences directly matching the job requirements)
• Experience of safety including inspection, risk assessment and training

Key Information

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Glasgow St Vincent Street, Glasgow

Geographical Area:

Scotland

Closing Date:

16-NOV-2026

Job Category:

Property, Safety and Compliance

Function:

Scotland Region

Organisation:

OS Health, Safety & Environment Director, Scotland (110540) G3