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Associate Fire Engineer

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Brandon James

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United Kingdom , Essex

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Employment contract

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Salary:

70000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

An independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Fire Engineer to lead and develop their Birmingham-based fire engineering team. This opportunity offers autonomy, influence, and a clear path to Directorship while managing complex fire engineering projects and mentoring junior staff.

Job Responsibility:

  • Manage a variety of complex fire engineering projects, from concept design through to construction and occupation
  • Develop fire strategies
  • Support planning applications
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies and design teams
  • Mentor junior staff
  • Support business development
  • Shape the future direction of the fire division in the Midlands

Requirements:

  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) via IFE or equivalent
  • A degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline
  • At least 6 years’ fire engineering consultancy experience
  • Strong understanding of UK fire codes (BS 9991/9999, ADB, PAS 9980)
  • Proven experience managing teams and complex projects
  • Commercial awareness and ability to build client relationships

Nice to have:

  • Commercial awareness and ability to build client relationships
  • Proven experience managing teams and complex projects
What we offer:
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • Hybrid and flexible working options
  • Route to Director-level position
  • Pension
  • Private healthcare
  • Generous annual leave
  • Funding for CPD
  • Conferences
  • Chartership support for team members

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 07, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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