FRA Carpenter Manager

Pertemps; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced FRA Carpenter Manager/Supervisor to oversee fire safety projects in social housing. The ideal candidate will possess a strong carpentry background along with supervisory skills in fire door installations and passive fire protection. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a stable sector while collaborating with a professional fire safety team.

Benefits

Competitive salary/package

Company vehicle or allowance

Long-term stable workload

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in supervisory or management roles within FRA remediation.
• Strong background in carpentry with NVQ preferred.
• Knowledge of fire door standards and passive fire protection.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate carpenter teams on various projects.
• Oversee installation and maintenance of fire doors.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.

Skills

Supervisory or Management role

Carpentry background

Knowledge of fire door standards

Understanding of fire safety regulations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry (or equivalent)

Relevant certifications (FIRAS, BM Trada, IOSH, NEBOSH)

Job description

FRA Carpenter Manager / Supervisor – Passive Fire Protection

Sector: Social Housing / Residential

Contract Type: Permanent / Contract (depending on experience)

Salary: Competitive + company vehicle / allowance

We are seeking an experienced FRA Carpenter Manager / Supervisor with a strong background in Passive Fire Protection to manage and deliver fire safety remediation works across social housing and residential properties.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, ideal for a qualified Fire Risk Assessor (FRA), Supervisor, or Passive Fire Protection Manager with a carpentry trade background, who can confidently oversee fire door installations, maintenance, fire stopping, and compartmentation works on multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, manage, and coordinate teams of carpenters and subcontractors across multiple projects and sites.
• Oversee fire door installations, remedial works, inspections, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance.
• Manage and monitor fire stopping and compartmentation works in line with FRA requirements.
• Ensure all works comply with current fire safety legislation, building regulations, and third‑party accreditation standards (e.g. BM Trada, FIRAS).
• Carry out quality inspections, audits, and sign‑off of completed works.
• Review and manage RAMS, deliver toolbox talks, and ensure strong Health & Safety compliance at all times.
• Liaise professionally with clients, residents, housing officers, and internal project teams to ensure smooth delivery within occupied properties.
• Complete site reports, compliance documentation, and photographic evidence using the company’s digital systems.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Supervisory or Management role within FRA remediation, passive fire protection, or fire door works.
• Strong carpentry background (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent preferred).
• Excellent knowledge of fire door standards, passive fire protection, fire stopping, and compartmentation.
• Solid understanding of current fire safety regulations and British Standards.
• Experience working within social housing and occupied properties is highly desirable.
• Relevant certifications such as FIRAS, BM Trada, IOSH, or NEBOSH are highly regarded.
• Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills, with confidence using digital reporting systems.
• Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided where applicable).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary/package based on experience.
• Company vehicle or allowance.
• Long‑term, stable workload within the social housing sector.
• Opportunity to work with a growing, compliant, and professional fire safety team.
• Clear progression opportunities for the right individual.

If you are an experienced FRA Carpenter Manager, Supervisor, or Passive Fire Protection professional looking to take ownership of high‑impact fire safety projects, we would love to hear from you.