Passive Fire Technical Adviser

Brandon James Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist in passive fire protection is seeking a Technical Adviser to ensure compliance across various projects. The role involves engaging with site teams, reviewing technical standards, and providing guidance on passive fire safety measures. Candidates should have solid passive fire knowledge, clear communication skills, and hands-on experience. This is an excellent opportunity with growth potential, a competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000 and strong CPD support.

Benefits

Company car or generous car allowance

Paid Health Plan membership

Annual bonus + annual pay rise

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Christmas shutdown (additional paid leave)

Birthday off + option to purchase extra leave

Extremely strong CPD support and internal training opportunities

Endless supply of tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of passive fire, fire-stopping, and compartmentation.
• Experience delivering compartmentation surveys and/or fire door inspections.
• Ability to identify non-compliance and provide solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support sites with technical guidance and compliance.
• Review drawings and fire separation requirements.
• Prepare audits and assist with close-outs.

Skills

Passive fire knowledge

Clear communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Technical judgement

Practical mindset

Education

Recognised PFP qualification (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3)

Job description

A leading specialist in passive fire protection is seeking a hands‑on, proactive Technical Adviser to support high‑quality passive fire compliance across a diverse project portfolio. The company is growing sustainably, investing heavily in its people and creating strong progression pathways. They now require a Technical Adviser with solid passive fire knowledge, clear communication skills and the willingness to get stuck into day‑to‑day project support.

This is an excellent moment to join the company. The technical function is expanding and the successful Technical Adviser will have genuine scope to broaden their responsibilities and influence. You’ll work closely with the Senior Technical Manager, support operational teams and play a central role in driving passive fire protection standards across the business.

The Technical Adviser Role

The Technical Adviser will enjoy a varied role that mixes on‑site engagement, technical reviews, problem solving and operational support.

You will analyse QA and audit data to spot trends and help shape future technical processes. This requires someone comfortable using both technical judgement and practical understanding – a Technical Adviser who can speak confidently with site teams, supervisors, contracts managers and senior stakeholders.

As the business continues to grow, the successful Technical Adviser will have the opportunity to evolve their position, influence best practice and play a meaningful part in the development of internal training and procedures.

Duties of the Technical Adviser include:

• Supporting sites and operational teams with technical guidance and compliance
• Reviewing drawings, fire separation lines, compartmentation, cavity barriers and fire‑stopping requirements
• Preparing desktop and on‑site audits and assisting with close‑outs
• Producing toolbox talks and internal training content
• Liaising with manufacturers and reviewing certification and technical documentation

The Person?

The successful Technical Adviser will bring strong passive fire knowledge, the confidence to work closely with site and office teams, and the practical mindset needed to identify issues and guide projects back to compliance. You’ll be someone who can communicate clearly, solve problems quickly and support a growing technical function.

• Solid understanding of passive fire, fire‑stopping, compartmentation and fire doors
• Able to identify non‑compliance and offer clear, proportionate solutions
• Confident reviewing drawings, fire separation lines, cavity barriers and escape routes
• Comfortable using QA and audit data to spot trends and support continual improvement
• Hands‑on experience alongside technical knowledge, able to speak confidently with different teams
• Practical, solutions‑led approach with strong communication skills
• Experience delivering compartmentation surveys and/or fire door inspections
• Recognised PFP qualification (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3)

In Return…?

• £45,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
• Company car or generous car allowance
• Paid Health Plan membership for you and family
• Annual bonus + annual pay rise
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown (additional paid leave)
• Birthday off + option to purchase extra leave
• Extremely strong CPD support and internal training opportunities
• Endless supply of tea and coffee!!

If you are a Fire Risk Assessor or other fire safety professional and considering your career opportunities, then contact Stuart Miller at Brandon James.

01628 334713

Reference #SM1038

Passive Fire Technical Adviser / Passive Fire Protection / Fire Stopping / Fire Doors / ASFP / IFE / Building Safety Act / Compartmentation Surveys / Fire Safety