Lead Fire Surveyor

Brandon James; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety consultancy based in the UK is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead Fire Surveyor. This role involves producing fire strategy reports, attending client meetings, and conducting site surveys. Candidates should have a degree in Fire Engineering, IFE membership, and at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers a hybrid working policy and various benefits including a bonus scheme and access to private healthcare.

Benefits

Paid company bonus scheme

Hybrid working policy

33 days annual leave

Employee referral scheme with bonuses

Access to private healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience as a Fire Engineer or within a Fire Safety Engineering team.
• Strong knowledge of ADB, BS 9999 and BS 9991.
• IFE membership (MIFireE or AIFireE) is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce fee proposals, fire strategy reports, and technical documentation.
• Attend client meetings and conduct site surveys.
• Calculate evacuation times and complete Means of Escape analysis.

Skills

Strong technical and analytical capability

Creative problem solving

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related engineering discipline

Job description

A growing fire safety consultancy is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead Fire Surveyor to join its team, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Fire Surveyor who wants to work across a varied portfolio of projects while developing their expertise in a supportive environment.

As a Lead Fire Surveyor, you will work as part of a collaborative technical team that values creativity, analytical thinking and a strong commitment to client service. The organisation promotes genuine work‑life balance, supports professional development at every level and provides a positive, inclusive culture where individuals are trusted and respected.

Lead Fire Surveyor - Responsibilities

• Produce fee proposals, fire strategy reports and technical documentation.
• Attend client meetings, carry out site surveys and communicate fire strategy recommendations clearly and confidently.
• Review architectural drawings to identify risks and opportunities to enhance the fire strategy.
• Calculate evacuation times and complete Means of Escape analysis.
• Carry out computational evacuation modelling.
• Undertake fire engineering calculations including radiant heat, smoke control and occupant evacuation, with support where required.
• Complete third party reviews and design verification.
• Develop a strong understanding of UK fire safety legislation and standards relating to buildings.

Lead Fire Surveyor - Personal Attributes

• Strong technical and analytical capability.
• Creative problem solver with a clear understanding of risk.
• Self‑motivated and results driven.
• High standards of accuracy and presentation.
• Proactive, enthusiastic and commercially aware.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with a collaborative approach to sharing knowledge.
• Passionate about delivering high quality fire engineering solutions.

Lead Fire Surveyor - Key Requirements

• Degree in Fire Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum three years of experience working as a Fire Engineer or within a Fire Safety Engineering team.
• IFE membership (MIFireE or AIFireE).
• Strong knowledge of ADB, BS 9999 and BS 9991.
• Confident understanding of regulatory controls and the ability to develop fire engineered design solutions for the built environment.

Benefits

• Enrolment to company bonus scheme, paid twice annually.
• Hybrid working policy with a real focus on work‑life balance.
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• 9‑day fortnight where employees receive every other Friday off with no expectation to make up the hours.
• Flexible working. Eight hour day structured to suit individual employees between 7am and 8pm.
• Enrolment to company pension scheme with 5% employer contribution and 3% employee contribution.
• Annual professional subscriptions paid.
• Study support for CPD and relevant training.
• Discretionary bonus scheme paid twice a year.
• Employee referral scheme with bonuses for every Fire Engineer referred who joins the business.
• Participation in monthly wellbeing challenges via Pacer with cash prizes up to £150 per month.
• Access to private healthcare.
• Access to an EAP with 24/7 support from doctors and healthcare professionals.
• Join a positive, autonomous team that values results and supports each other.

If you are an Accomplished Fire Surveyor, considering your career opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James.

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