Passive Fire QA Inspector

Humres; Essex; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Humres is seeking a QA Inspector to join its technical and compliance team within the passive fire protection sector. You will perform QA checks on fire stopping and compartmentation works, review installer competency, and ensure compliance with manufacturer and industry standards.

The role involves supporting FIRAS, site teams, and clients, delivering technical guidance, and maintaining thorough records. A strong background in passive fire protection and QA is required for progression into

Qualifications

• Experience in passive fire protection QA/inspection roles.
• Knowledge of fire stopping and compartmentation installation standards.
• Experience reviewing installer competency.
• Understanding manufacturer and industry compliance requirements.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Experience working with site teams and installers.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out QA inspections on fire stopping and compartmentation works.
• Identifying defects and non-compliant installations.
• Supporting FIRAS and wider certification requirements.
• Reviewing installer competency and signing off improvement works.
• Providing technical support and guidance to operational teams.
• Carrying out pre-start and site audits.
• Supporting product and system selection.
• Assisting with O&M manuals and project documentation.
• Delivering technical briefings and guidance to installation teams.
• Liaising with clients and internal teams around quality standards.
• Maintaining accurate records and compliance documentation.

Skills

QA inspections

Fire stopping

Compartmentation

Installer competency

Quality standards

Client-facing communication

Education

FIRAS

IFE Level 2

CSCS

Tools

FIRAS

IFE Level 2

CSCS

Onetrace

Bolster

Aconex

Viewpoint

Dalux

Navisworks

Job description

An established specialist contractor within the passive fire protection sector is looking for a QA Inspector to join its technical and compliance team.

This role would suit someone with a strong background in fire stopping and compartmentation who understands installation standards, quality assurance and compliance requirements.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out quality assurance checks across passive fire protection works, supporting site teams, reviewing installer competency and helping ensure installations meet manufacturer, certification and industry requirements.

Responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out QA inspections on fire stopping and compartmentation works
• Identifying defects and non-compliant installations
• Supporting FIRAS and wider certification requirements
• Reviewing installer competency and signing off improvement works
• Providing technical support and guidance to operational teams
• Carrying out pre-start and site audits
• Supporting product and system selection
• Assisting with O&M manuals and project documentation
• Delivering technical briefings and guidance to installation teams
• Liaising with clients and internal teams around quality standards
• Maintaining accurate records and compliance documentation

The Candidate

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience within passive fire protection
• A good understanding of fire stopping and compartmentation systems
• Previous QA, inspection, technical or supervisory experience
• Knowledge of passive fire installation standards and manufacturer requirements
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication and client-facing skills
• Experience working with site teams and installers

Experience with the following would be advantageous:

• FIRAS
• IFE Level 2
• CSCS
• Onetrace or Bolster
• Aconex or Viewpoint
• Dalux, Navisworks or similar BIM / model viewing software
• Internal fit-out or MEPH systems

This is a good opportunity for someone looking to progress further into QA, compliance and technical roles within passive fire protection.