Fire Surveyor

Brandon James Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Pension and holiday allowance

Technical training and CPD

Support towards further qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Brandon James Limited is seeking an experienced Fire Surveyor to support a growing workload across Manchester and the North West. You will carry out site surveys and produce clear reports for a range of clients.

Ideal candidates will have fire surveying experience with knowledge of fire doors, compartmentation and passive fire protection, plus relevant qualifications. The role offers hybrid working, a £40,000-£50,000 salary and ongoing technical training with progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire surveying or related field.
• Knowledge of fire doors, compartmentation and fire stopping.
• UK driving licence and ability to travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Undertake site-based surveys and produce clear reports.
• Review drawings and building specifications.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and property managers.
• Support wider compliance and remedial programmes.
• Manage site visits across Manchester and surrounding areas.

Skills

Fire surveying

Passive fire protection

Building surveying

Report writing

Education

Relevant Fire Safety qualification

Job description

A specialist fire safety consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Fire Surveyor to support a growing workload across Manchester and the wider North West. The successful Fire Surveyor will work across residential, commercial and mixed-use buildings, carrying out detailed inspections and helping clients understand any required remedial works.

The Fire Surveyor’s Role

The appointed Fire Surveyor will be responsible for completing site-based surveys and producing clear, accurate reports for a range of clients.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking fire compartmentation surveys

• Completing fire door inspections

• Inspecting fire-stopping and passive fire protection measures

• Identifying defects, breaches and areas of non-compliance

• Producing detailed reports with practical recommendations

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and building information

• Liaising with clients, contractors and property managers

• Supporting wider compliance and remedial programmes

• Managing site visits across Manchester and surrounding areas

The Fire Surveyor

The successful Fire Surveyor will ideally have:

• Previous experience within fire surveying, passive fire protection or building surveying

• Good knowledge of fire doors, compartmentation and fire-stopping systems

• A relevant qualification in Fire Safety, Building Surveying, Construction or a related discipline

• Strong understanding of current UK fire safety guidance

• Good report-writing and communication skills

• Confidence working independently on site

• A full UK driving licence

Qualifications or memberships such as IFE, FDIS, CIOB or equivalent would be advantageous.

In Return?

The Fire Surveyor can expect:

• £40,000-£50,000, depending on experience

• Hybrid and flexible working

• Pension and holiday allowance

• Ongoing technical training and CPD

• Support towards further qualifications

• Varied projects across Manchester and the North West

• Clear opportunities for progression

This is a strong opportunity for a Fire Surveyor looking to join a growing consultancy and develop their career across a varied regional portfolio.

Ref: LB8542

Fire Surveyor / Fire Compartmentation / Fire Stopping / Passive Fire Protection / Fire Safety / Fire Door Inspections / Cavity Barriers / Fire Compliance / Building Safety / Fire Safety Consultancy