Fire Stopping Installation Manager

SLR Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Accommodation and subsistence when on‑

Company pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

SLR Recruitment is seeking an experienced Fire Stopping Installation Manager to lead installation teams across UK-wide projects. The role centres on delivering safe, high-quality passive fire protection installations while coordinating with clients, site teams and contractors.

Based on projects around the UK with travel, the position offers a permanent contract, a competitive salary and overtime opportunities. A strong focus on safety and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in passive fire protection and fire stopping.
• Experience leading installation teams and coordinating field activity.
• Strong knowledge of fire stopping systems and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proactive, hands-on leader focused on quality and safety.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire stopping installation teams and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Plan labour, materials and site activities to meet schedules.
• Ensure installations meet manufacturer specs and industry standards.
• Conduct quality inspections and manage project documentation.
• Attend client and site coordination meetings and provide guidance.
• Promote health and safety standards across projects.
• Provide technical guidance to installation teams on site.
• Resolve on-site issues and maintain project programmes.
• Mentor team members to deliver high-quality service.

Skills

Fire stopping

Team management

Technical drawings

Communication

Quality & safety

Passive fire protection

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Fire Stopping

SSSTS or SMSTS

CSCS Supervisor/Manager Card

Tools

OneTrace

Job description

Fire Stopping Installation Manager

Contract: Permanent

£55,000-£65,000 + Overtime

Company Van

UK-Wide Projects

SLR Recruitment are currently recruiting an experienced Fire Stopping Installation Manager to join our client on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing business delivering passive fire protection solutions on major infrastructure, commercial and industrial projects across the UK. If you're an experienced fire stopping professional looking to step into a leadership role or already managing teams and looking for your next challenge.

The Role

You'll be responsible for leading fire stopping installation teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with clients, site teams and contractors, you'll oversee the day-to-day running of installations while maintaining compliance with industry standards and certification requirements.

The current project is based in Norwich; however, the role will involve travel to projects across the UK, with accommodation and subsistence provided when working away.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support fire stopping supervisors and installation teams.
• Plan and coordinate labour, materials and site activities.
• Ensure all installations meet manufacturer specifications and industry standards.
• Carry out quality inspections and oversee project documentation.
• Attend client and site coordination meetings.
• Promote excellent health and safety standards across all projects.
• Provide technical guidance and support to installation teams.
• Resolve on-site issues and maintain project programmes.
• Mentor and develop team members to deliver a high-quality service.

What We're Looking For

• Extensive experience within passive fire protection/fire stopping.
• Previous experience managing installation teams.
• Excellent knowledge of fire stopping systems and industry standards.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a commitment to quality and safety.

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Fire Stopping.
• SSSTS or SMSTS.
• CSCS Supervisor or Manager Card.
• Experience working on major infrastructure or energy projects.
• Knowledge of IFC, Kiwa or similar certification schemes.
• Experience using digital QA systems such as OneTrace.

What's in it for You?

• Permanent position.
• Typical earnings of £55,000-£65,000, including regular overtime.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with weekend overtime available.
• Company van provided.
• Accommodation and subsistence when working away.
• Company pension.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Immediate start available.