Senior Fire Engineer

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Fire Safety Engineer to lead projects and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Fire Engineering, professional membership, and strong technical knowledge of fire safety standards. This position offers a salary between £60,000 - £69,000, along with excellent benefits such as private medical insurance, hybrid working, and 25 days of holiday. This role is ideal for those ready to take on more responsibility and grow their careers.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Company bonus scheme

Enhanced family leave policies

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Fire Engineering (or equivalent).
• Professional membership with commitment to IEng/CEng status.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver fire engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
• Develop fire strategies ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Technical knowledge of fire safety standards

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Mentoring team members

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Fire Engineering

Professional membership (e.g., IFE, CABE, or CIBSE)

Job description

An established consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Fire Safety Engineer to strengthen their growing fire engineering team. This is a great step for someone with solid experience in fire engineering who wants more responsibility, variety, and clear progression opportunities.

The Opportunity

• Lead and deliver fire engineering projects from concept through to completion.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
• Develop fire strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
• Liaise confidently with clients, design teams, and approving authorities.
• Contribute to team performance targets and support project financials.
• Carry out site inspections and offer design input at key project stages.

What We're Looking For

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Fire Engineering (or equivalent).
• Professional membership (e.g., IFE, CABE, or CIBSE) with a commitment to IEng/CEng status.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire safety standards and engineering principles.
• Proven ability to manage projects and support/mentor team members.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £60,000 - £69,000 (depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service, option to buy more)
• Hybrid and flexible working (37.5 hours per week)
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Company bonus scheme & pension contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance programme, 24/7 GP service, cycle to work scheme, and more

This role would suit an experienced fire engineer ready to step into a senior role with greater responsibility and scope for career growth.