Senior Technical Manager - Passive Fire

Howells Solutions Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection is seeking a Senior Technical Manager. This hybrid role involves overseeing fire safety compliance, driving technical improvements, and leading audits. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in passive fire protection, experience in managing teams, and necessary qualifications such as XACT Level 4 and ASFP Level 3 in passive fire protection.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and implementing technical processes.
• Strong understanding of the Building Safety Act and Regulations.
• Background in Passive Fire Protection.

Responsibilities

• Drive solutions and continuous improvements to technical processes.
• Lead and manage a robust auditing process across the business.
• Chair internal and external technical forums.

Skills

Technical process development

Quality compliance

Training and mentoring

Building Safety Act knowledge

Education

XACT Level 4 or equivalent

ASFP Level 3 - Passive Fire Protection or equivalent

ILM Level 5 or equivalent leadership qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Technical Manager - Passive Fire Protection

Location: Hybrid - National Role with travel to sites

Salary: Competitive + Package

We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship.

Role

We are looking to speak to experienced and motivated Technical Managers (Passive Fire Protection) to lead on all aspects of fire safety compliance, innovation, and technical excellence across the business. This pivotal role ensures that building fire compliance is delivered to the highest possible standard, both internally and externally. From day one, you\'ll be supported by the Head of SHEQ, who will be your line manager and mentor, providing guidance as you settle into the business. You\'ll work closely with colleagues across all levels, from Divisional Directors to site operatives to raise awareness, seek solutions, and drive continuous technical improvement throughout the organisation.

Duties

• Drive solutions and continuous improvements to technical processes and procedures.
• Develop and issue engineering judgements.
• Report monthly on quality standards and supporting KPIs.
• Lead, manage, and communicate a robust auditing process across the business.
• Define and communicate clear quality and compliance standards.
• Design, develop, and deliver internal technical training programmes.
• Chair internal and external technical forums to share knowledge and best practices.
• Lead and embed technical initiatives that strengthen business culture.
• Provide expert advice to operational staff on technical queries and potential non-compliance issues.
• Oversee technical accreditations in collaboration with the Quality & Compliance Manager.
• Manage supply chain technical approvals.
• Represent the company at industry events, forums, and exhibitions.
• Share technical expertise externally through CPDs, seminars, and professional social media engagement.
• Explore and apply new industry innovations, advancements, and legislative changes.
• Assess training and qualification needs across operational teams.
• Attend monthly business and pre-start meetings.
• Deliver monthly technical reports to the Head of SHEQ.
• Commit to ongoing continuous professional development (CPD).

Experience

• Proven experience developing and implementing technical processes and procedures.
• Strong understanding of the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations.
• Background in Passive Fire Protection.
• Experience leading audits and ensuring quality compliance.
• Skilled in developing on-site documentation and technical reports.
• Experienced in training, coaching, and mentoring operational teams.
• Previous experience managing a team.

Qualifications

• XACT Level 4 or equivalent - essential.
• ASFP Level 3 - Passive Fire Protection or equivalent - essential.
• ILM Level 5 or equivalent leadership qualification - essential.
• PTLLS - desirable.