Fire Engineer

An opportunity has arisen for a Lead Fire Engineer to join an established consultancy providing fire safety engineering services.

This full-time, permanent role offers excellent benefits and a salary range of £45,000 - £63,000.

As a Lead Fire Engineer, you will be leading and delivering fire engineering strategies and solutions for complex building projects while liaising closely with stakeholders.

You will be responsible for

? Preparing technical documentation including fee proposals and fire strategy reports
? Conducting site visits, attending meetings, and communicating strategies with clients and design teams
? Assessing architectural plans to identify compliance risks and value-engineering opportunities
? Performing evacuation time calculations and analysing means of escape
? Supporting evacuation modelling and fire dynamics simulations
? Providing technical input into radiant heat, smoke control, and occupant movement calculations
? Reviewing designs from third parties for compliance and verification


What we are looking for

? Previously worked as a Fire Engineer, Fire safety Engineer, Fire Safety consultant, Fire Consultant or in a similar role.
? At least 3 years of experience in a fire safety consultancy, with hands-on project delivery
? Solid understanding of Approved Document B, BS 9999 and BS 9991
? A degree in Fire Engineering or a related engineering field
? Working knowledge of UK regulatory requirements in the built environment
? Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers (AIFireE or MIFireE)
? Confident communicator with strong technical writing skills


What's on offer

? Competitive salary
? Discretionary bonus scheme paid biannually
? Hybrid working with a focus on true work/life balance
? 33 days holiday including bank holidays
? Option to participate in a 9-day fortnight schedule
? Company pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions
? Paid annual professional memberships
? Private healthc