Graduate Fire Engineer

Occam Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Occam Group as a Graduate Fire Engineer and take the first step in your career in fire engineering. You will assist in the development of fire safety strategies and assessments for critical national infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in various areas of fire safety under the guidance of experienced professionals, while enjoying an excellent benefits package and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Annual bonus linked to performance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Attractive pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Life assurance (4x salary)

Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme

EV lease salary sacrifice scheme

Qualifications

• A keen interest in fire safety and building regulations.
• Experience with fire modelling software (desirable, training provided).
• Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing fire safety strategies, reports, and technical notes.
• Conduct fire engineering analysis, including smoke and evacuation modelling.
• Collaborate with clients and statutory authorities on fire safety measures.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Fire Safety Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Fire Modelling Software

Job description

Working Pattern: We operate a flexible hybrid working pattern at the Occam Group, with time split between the office, client sites, and working from home.

Closing date is 4th July 2025. Please apply before the closing date.

Occam Group

While your systems may be complex, your support solutions need not be. We believe in providing straightforward, high-quality, good-value engineering consultancy and support.

We aim to use our knowledge and expertise to develop a safer and more sustainable future because we recognise the importance of having a positive impact on the future of our planet and society.

Job Description

The successful Graduate Fire Engineer will assist senior engineers in delivering fire strategies, fire risk assessments, and design-stage consultancy services. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the Graduate Fire Engineer will help ensure the support and safety of Critical National Infrastructure such as submarines, power stations, and explosives facilities.

This opportunity allows the Graduate Fire Engineer to develop technical knowledge in Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR), fire dynamics, compartmentation, evacuation modelling, and passive/active fire protection solutions while working under the guidance of experienced engineers and fire safety professionals.

Duties to include

• Assist in developing fire safety strategies, reports, technical notes, and sketches, ensuring compliance with fire regulations
• Support facility design reviews, assessing fire safety risks, and proposing practical, effective solutions
• Conduct fire engineering analysis, including smoke and evacuation modelling, temperature spread calculations, and structural assessments
• Collaborate with clients, architects, and statutory authorities to ensure fire safety measures align with project requirements
• Work with advanced computer modelling software to perform fire dynamics assessments and simulations
• A degree in Fire Safety Engineering, Fire Protection Technologies, or a related discipline
• A keen interest in fire safety, building regulations, and fire risk management
• Strong analytical skills with a problem-solving mindset
• Excellent communication skills to engage with clients, design teams, and regulatory bodies
• Experience with fire modelling software (desirable but not essential — training provided)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated graduate to start their career in fire engineering. If you're ready to apply your skills and develop in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Due to the nature of the work that the Occam Group undertakes, you must be a sole UK national to apply. You will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and must satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.

We provide our people with an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Annual bonus linked to company and individual performance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Loyalty Leave
• Attractive pension scheme — matched pension contributions, up to 8% from day one
• Family-friendly policies
• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection (75% of salary)
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• EV lease salary sacrifice scheme

Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as we believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a dynamic and thriving workplace culture.

Occam Group Limited is registered in England and Wales. No: 11986732.

Registered Office: One New Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2LA.