Senior Fire Safety Engineer – Manchester

Pertemps TM; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety consultancy in Manchester seeks a Senior Fire Safety Engineer to oversee projects and lead teams. This role involves ensuring high-quality fire safety solutions across various sectors. Candidates should have prior experience in fire safety engineering and the ability to manage projects from inception to completion. The position comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Bi-annual company bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Company laptop and mobile phone

Training courses

Qualifications

• Significant experience in fire safety engineering with project management exposure.
• Proven ability to manage fire safety projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from initial concept to completion.
• Collaborate with clients and design teams to deliver fire safety solutions.
• Prepare engineering reports and detailed fire safety drawings.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide development opportunities.

Skills

Fire safety principles

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of fire safety regulations

Education

Relevant university degree in fire safety engineering

Job description

Senior Fire Safety Engineer – Manchester - £70,000 + Bonus

I am currently representing a leading fire safety design consultancy, an independent provider of high-quality, client-focused solutions. With decades of combined experience, this well-established company has worked on some of the most iconic fire safety projects across the globe, including major sports stadiums, world-renowned arenas, iconic museums, and large-scale urban development projects. They are recognised as experts in fire safety engineering, offering value-driven solutions for both large and small-scale projects.

This dynamic consultancy is now seeking a Senior Fire Safety Engineer to join their team in Manchester. The team offers a collaborative and flexible working environment, with a strong focus on development, internal promotion, and delivering high-quality fire safety solutions across a range of sectors. This senior role provides the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and take on more strategic responsibilities, all while enjoying the benefits of career development, training, and progression.

Salary Package

• Basic salary : £55,000 - £70,000 (flexible depending on experience)
• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Bi-annual company bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Qualifications and training courses

Key Duties

• Leading projects and managing client relationships from initial concept through to completion
• Collaborating with directors, clients, and design teams to deliver high-quality fire safety solutions
• Applying fire safety principles and building regulations to ensure compliance with governing bodies’ codes
• Preparing engineering reports, calculations, and detailed fire safety drawings
• Managing project teams, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers, providing guidance and development opportunities

What You Will Need

• Previous experience in fire safety engineering, with significant exposure to managing projects
• Proven ability to lead and manage fire safety projects from inception to completion
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to approach complex challenges with practical solutions
• A solid understanding of fire safety regulations and the technical knowledge required for their application
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and internal teams
• A relevant university degree or equivalent qualification in fire safety engineering or a related field

Please contact Alex Bartley

RGB Network

Email: abartley @ rgb .co .uk

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