Passive Fire Technical Adviser

Brandon James; West Midlands; 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 projects in the UK. The ideal candidate will have strong passive fire knowledge and a practical mindset for problem-solving. Responsibilities will include on-site support, drawing reviews, and liaising with teams to ensure standards are met. The company offers a competitive salary, benefit packages including a car allowance, and extensive training opportunities, making this an excellent opportunity for growth.

Benefits

Company car or generous car allowance

Paid Health Plan membership for family

Annual bonus + annual pay rise

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Extremely strong CPD support

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of passive fire, fire-stopping, compartmentation and fire doors.
• Experience delivering compartmentation surveys and/or fire door inspections.
• Comfortable using QA and audit data to support continual improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and compliance support to sites and operational teams.
• Review drawings, fire separation lines, and fire-stopping requirements.
• Assist with close-outs, audits, and producing training content.
• Analyse QA and audit data to inform future processes.

Skills

Strong passive fire knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Clear communication skills

Hands-on experience

Ability to identify non-compliance

Education

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

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• The Technical Adviser role blends 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 grows, 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.
• 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.

(phone number removed)

Reference #SM1038

Keywords

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