Fire Testing Specialist

Hilti Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Manchester is seeking a Fire Testing Specialist to execute their fire testing program. This role involves implementing a testing roadmap, coordinating with external partners, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and strong technical expertise in fire protection systems. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and generous holiday options.

Benefits

Genuine career advancement

6% employer pension contributions

Private Health Insurance

33 days' holiday

Paid leave for charitable projects

Flexible working options

Employee resource groups

Trips for high performers

Qualifications

• Product testing experience relevant to building products or fire testing.
• Knowledge of regulations, classification rules, and standards.
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 30%).

Responsibilities

• Implementation of fire testing roadmap, ensuring compliance.
• Liaising with external contractors for testing activities.
• Review and revision of test and classification reports.

Skills

Strong technical expertise in fire protection systems

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Exceptional problem-solving abilities

Good communication skills

Proficiency in technical English

Good AutoCAD (2D) skills

Education

University degree in engineering, chemistry, or building construction

Job description

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Are you passionate about fire safety and eager to make an impact? We're seeking a Fire Testing Specialist to work on the execution of our comprehensive fire testing program for Hilti’s Fire Protection portfolio to become a preferred firestop solution partner for our customers.

Who is Hilti?

At Hilti, we are a passionate global team committed to making construction better. As a trusted partner for productivity, safety, and sustainability, we provide our customers with innovative solutions that impact the buildings, roads, and infrastructure people rely on every day.

Hilti is where individuals grow lasting careers by exploring possibilities, maximizing their potential, owning their development, and making a real difference every day.

What does the role involve?

• Implementation of fire testing roadmap, on time and on budget, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
• Liaising with external contractors, vendors, and suppliers to coordinate testing activities and ensure the availability of necessary equipment and procurement of materials.
• Attending the testing facility for test set-up and test execution, ensuring procedures are carried out accurately.
• Review and revision of test reports and classification reports.
• Consolidation of test and classification report data into customer-facing product documentation, including product manuals, standard details, and integration with Hilti’s Firestop Selector software.
• Continuous education on relevant test standards and classification regulations.

93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people.

What do we offer?

We really value our people and have developed a reward package that reflects this. Our benefits include:

• Genuine career advancement (more than 80% of all leadership roles are filled internally).
• 6% employer pension contributions.
• Private Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Programme.
• 33 days' holiday (including Bank Holidays), with the option to purchase 5 additional days annually.
• Paid leave for charitable projects.
• Hilti Benefits Box, offering a cycle-to-work scheme and shopping/lifestyle discounts and cashback.
• Flexible working options, including working from home and compressed hours.
• Employee resource groups on topics like gender, mental health, race, disability, LGBTQ+, and sustainability.
• Trips to locations such as Milan, New York, and our global HQ for high performers.

Our Regional Head Office is based at Circle Square in Central Manchester, near Oxford Rd train station and St Peter's Square tram stop. We offer a hybrid working pattern and flexible work arrangements; please discuss your preferences during the interview.

What you need is:

• University degree (Bachelor or Master) in engineering, chemistry, or building construction.
• Strong technical expertise in fire protection systems.
• Product testing experience relevant to building products or fire testing.
• Knowledge of regulations, classification rules, and standards.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities with a focus on practical solutions.
• Team player with good communication skills in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in technical English for reviewing and revising testing documentation.
• Good AutoCAD (2D) skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 30%).