Fire Safety Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading battery manufacturing enterprise seeks two Fire Safety Engineers to ensure compliance with fire safety standards in a cutting-edge Gigafactory. You will support fire safety systems throughout construction and commissioning phases, driving risk management and promoting safety excellence in a team-focused environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Career growth and development opportunities

Collaborative workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experience in Upper-Tier COMAH establishments.
• Knowledge of current fire safety legislation.
• Proficiency in structural fire engineering and evacuation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide fire engineering expertise throughout the Gigafactory development.
• Develop and maintain fire safety management plans.
• Monitor site fire detection, suppression, and monitoring systems.

Skills

Fire Risk Management

Fire Investigation

Problem Solving

Technical Proficiency in MS Applications

Education

Demonstrable experience in Fire Safety Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Job DescriptionFire Safety Engineer

Location: Northeast England

Department: EHS (Safety, Health and Environment)

Reports to: Process Safety Manager

About the Role

We’re looking for two Fire Safety Engineers to join our world-leading battery manufacturing organisation. This is a rare opportunity to support the development of a large-scale mass manufacturing plant, driving fire safety excellence in one of the most exciting industrial advancements in recent years.

As part of the SHEQ team, you will work closely with project teams throughout the build and commissioning phases to ensure the site's fire safety systems comply with standards, regulations, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

As a Fire Safety Engineer, you will:

• Provide technical fire engineering expertise to Construction, Services, and Engineering teams across the Gigafactory development lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with fire system standards and relevant codes of practice, supporting risk management and mitigation.
• Liaise with regulators and stakeholders including local authorities, building control, and insurance risk engineers, ensuring all fire system designs meet required approvals.
• Identify and manage fire risks, developing fire risk assessments, FMEA, and cause-and-effect schedules in conjunction with system design.
• Develop and maintain fire safety management plans, advising the COMAH team on the Major Accident Prevention Plan (MAPP) and Major Accident Hazards (MAH).
• Monitor and maintain site fire detection, suppression, and monitoring systems, establishing service contracts and managing warranties.
• Oversee fire system contractors, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and maintain the Fire Safety Logbook for all buildings and facilities.
• Support emergency preparedness, providing guidance on fire risk assessments and major accident hazard scenarios.

Qualifications & Experience

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Demonstrable experience in a relevant Fire Safety Engineering role, ideally within Upper-Tier COMAH establishments.
• Expertise in developing Fire Safety Strategies, securing early regulatory approvals, and supporting advanced fire safety designs.
• Knowledge of current fire safety legislation, and international standards, and emerging regulatory changes.
• Experience with evacuation strategies, including familiarity with modelling software.
• Proficiency in structural fire engineering and fire system optimisation.
• Strong skills in Fire Risk Management, Assessment, and Fire Investigation.
• Knowledge of fire safety and environmental compliance requirements.
• Technical proficiency in MS applications, MS Project, AutoCAD, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience conducting feasibility studies for master planning and concept design.
• A self-starter mentality, capable of working autonomously and leading from the front in a dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a team at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of electric vehicle battery manufacturing. As a Fire Safety Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring safety and compliance within a cutting-edge facility.

• Exciting opportunity to work on a high-profile Gigafactory project.
• Competitive salary & benefits package.
• Career growth and development in a fast-paced, industry-leading environment.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking workplace, where safety and sustainability are top priorities.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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