Senior Fire Engineer

Office Angels; Greenhithe; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to enhance safety and design excellence. In this role, you'll guide architects and developers in integrating fire safety into designs while leading the development of innovative fire strategies. Opportunities are available for career progression, backed by a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare package

Discounted gym memberships

Life insurance coverage

Long-term sickness cover

Opportunities for career development

Regular company-wide events

Qualifications

• A degree in fire engineering or a related field, with demonstrable relevant experience.
• Drive towards achieving chartered status.
• Solid experience with site visits and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of fire strategies, independently or collaboratively.
• Review and interpret Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and zone models.
• Conduct site inspections for compliance with fire safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Analytical abilities

Report-writing

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Degree in fire engineering or a related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

JOB TITLE: Senior Fire Engineer

COMPANY: Construction / Consultancy

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 9.00am - 17.30pm (remote working)

SALARY: 75,000 - 95,000

START: ASAP

LOCATION: Greenhithe, Kent - once a month visit

BENEFITS: Private healthcare package, including discounted gym memberships, Life insurance coverage of up to 4x your annual salary, Long-term sickness cover for peace of mind, Opportunities for career development and progression. A lively, creative environment where your ideas are valued. Regular company-wide and team events to celebrate our achievements together.

Are you a passionate and experienced fire engineer looking to take your career to the next level? Our client is a leading fire engineering consultancy renowned for delivering innovative systems and solutions that prioritise safety and design excellence. We are seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to join our dynamic team in London, where you will play a vital role in creating fire strategies that enhance safety while maintaining the aesthetic and functional qualities of buildings.

Your expertise will guide architects, contractors, and developers in ensuring fire safety is seamlessly integrated into their designs.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT EXCLUSIVE TO:

• Lead the development of fire strategies, both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Review and interpret Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and zone models.
• utilise Bluebeam to mark up plans and produce detailed fire strategy documents (from RIBA Stage 2 to As-Built, Gateway 1 to 3).
• Present fire safety concepts to clients, authorities, and building control-acting as the reassuring expert.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and best practises.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• A degree in fire engineering or a related field, with demonstrable relevant experience.
• A drive towards achieving chartered status (if not already).
• Solid experience with site visits and inspections of existing buildings and during construction.
• Effective communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Strong analytical abilities and proficient report-writing skills.
• Familiarity with UK legislation and design guidance.
• A full UK driving licence

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Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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