Fire Stopping Engineer

Get Staff; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety company is seeking a skilled Fire Stopping Engineer in Birmingham. This full-time, permanent position offers an annual salary between £36,000 and £42,000, along with a van and fuel card for travel to multiple sites. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining fire stopping systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting site surveys. Ideal candidates possess strong problem-solving skills and experience in fire safety, along with a UK driving licence. Excellent benefits and career growth opportunities included.

Benefits

Van and fuel card

Career growth opportunities

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fire stopping or related building safety work.
• Solid understanding of regulations and fire-resistant materials.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and inspect fire protection measures.
• Assess and repair fire stopping systems for compliance.
• Conduct site surveys to identify risks.

Skills

Fire stopping experience

Understanding of fire safety regulations

Ability to read technical drawings

Problem-solving skills

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Fire Stopping Engineer – Birmingham – £36,000 – £42,000 per annum

Full time permanent position. Career growth opportunities. Various locations across Birmingham (travel to multiple sites required). Van, fuel card. Excellent benefits package.

Company Overview

We are working with a highly respected company in the fire safety sector, seeking a skilled Fire Stopping Engineer to join their team. With a commitment to innovation and high standards, this company is dedicated to providing top-tier fire protection solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leader that values professional development, growth, and continuous improvement.

Role & Responsibilities

Installation, maintenance, and inspection of passive fire protection measures, including fire stopping around penetrations, service ducts, and structural openings.

• Assessing and repairing defective or damaged fire stopping systems to ensure compliance with building regulations and industry standards.
• Carrying out site surveys to identify fire safety risks and recommending appropriate remedial actions.
• Maintaining accurate records of installations, repairs, and inspections.
• Adhering to health and safety protocols, using PPE, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Traveling to multiple sites as required, ensuring high-quality workmanship at all times.

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in fire stopping, passive fire protection, or related building safety work.
• Solid understanding of fire safety regulations, building regulations, and fire-resistant materials.
• Ability to read technical drawings, plans, and specifications.
• A full UK Driving Licence or equivalent (required).
• Health & Safety awareness and experience working safely on-site.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Firestop Competency Certification or equivalent (Desirable).
• Passive Fire Protection Training (Desirable).
• CSCS Card (Desirable).
• PASMA, IPAF, or other relevant site access qualifications (Desirable).