Fire Stopper

Fortus Recruitment Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortus Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Fire Stopper for an ongoing contract in the Bristol area. The role involves working with the site supervisor on day-to-day operations, assisting with initial surveys and delivering compliant service penetrations through to handover.

Candidates should hold NVQ Level 2 in Passive Fire Protection (Blue CSCS Card) and have on-site commercial fire stopping experience.

Qualifications

• On-site experience in commercial fire stopping or related field.
• Familiarity with digital compliance workflows and software.

Responsibilities

• Active installation of ablative batt, mastic seals, fire wraps, pipe collars and mortar seals to service penetrations.
• Ensuring every seal meets FIRAS requirements and manufacturer test data.
• Assisting with preliminary surveys, identifying required seals, and preparing service openings.
• Taking clear photographic evidence and logging completed works.
• Assisting with site snagging and final inspections to drive project completion.

Skills

On-site experience

Digital compliance software

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Passive Fire Protection (Blue CSCS Card)

Tools

Digital compliance software

Job description

Job Title: Fire Stopper

Location

Bristol

Day Rate

£220.00 - £230.00 per day

Contract Type

Ongoing / Long-term Contract

Start Date

Immediate

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, NVQ-qualified Fire Stopper to join an ongoing contract in the Bristol area. You will work closely with the site supervisor across day-to-day operations- assisting with initial surveys, carrying out compliant service penetration installations, and seeing works through to final handover and sign-off

Key Responsibilities

• Active Installation: Installing ablative batt, mastic seals, fire wraps, pipe collars, and compound mortar seals to service penetrations and linear gaps.
• Compliance Standards: Ensuring every seal meets FIRAS requirements and exact manufacturer test data.
• Survey & Prep Support: Assisting the supervisor with preliminary surveys, identifying required seals, and preparing service openings.
• Digital Logging: Taking clear photographic evidence and logging completed works
• Handover & Snagging: Assisting with site snagging and final inspections to drive works across the line at project completion.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Accreditation: NVQ Level 2 in Passive Fire Protection (Blue CSCS Card)
• Experience: Proven on-site commercial fire stopping experience with a track record of quality finishes.
• Software: Prior experience or familiarity with digital compliance software