Fire Engineer Job at Brandon James (Somerset)

Job Description

A respected fire safety consultancy with a strong presence across the UK, Ireland and overseas is expanding its senior engineering team. The company is seeking an experienced Associate Fire Engineer. This role is suited to someone who is technically strong, confident in leading project delivery and keen to help shape the future direction of a growing, people-focused organisation.

Job Responsibility

Lead the production of fee proposals, fire strategy reports and specialist technical documentation
Attend client meetings, oversee site surveys and provide clear, authoritative fire strategy advice
Review architectural drawings to identify approval risks, design challenges and opportunities to enhance value
Carry out evacuation time calculations and Means of Escape analysis
Oversee computational evacuation modelling and ensure technical outputs are robust
Complete and verify advanced fire engineering calculations including radiant heat, smoke control and occupant evacuation
Provide third party reviews and design verification
Maintain a strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and building standards
Mentor engineers at all levels, supporting their technical and professional development
Contribute to leadership discussions, business planning and strategic objectives
Play an active role in maintaining a positive, collaborative and high-performing company culture

Requirements

Degree in Fire Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Minimum five years’ experience within Fire Safety Engineering, ideally already operating at or close to Associate level
IFE membership (MIFireE or AIFireE)
Strong understanding of ADB, BS 9999 and BS 9991
Demonstrable experience developing and delivering fire engineered solutions for the built environment, including complex projects
Experience leading project teams or mentoring junior engineers

Nice to have

Creative thinker who understands risk and can deliver practical, value-led solutions
Confident leader who is driven by results and takes ownership of quality
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to influence stakeholders at all levels
Collaborative team player who actively supports knowledge sharing
Genuine passion for fire engineering and progressing the profession
Ability to contribute to senior leadership conversations and uphold company standards
Commitment to quality, integrity and a positive work ethic

What we offer

Enrolment to company bonus scheme, paid twice annually
Hybrid working policy with a real focus on work-life balance
33 days annual leave including bank holidays
9-day fortnight with every other Friday off and no expectation to make up the hours
Flexible working. Eight hour day structured between 7am and 8pm
Enrolment to company pension scheme with 5% employer and 3% employee contribution
Annual professional subscriptions paid
Study support for CPD and relevant training
Employee Referral Scheme with bonuses for successful Fire Engineer or Surveyor referrals
Monthly wellbeing challenge via Pacer with cash prizes up to £150
Access to private healthcare
Access to an EAP with 24/7 access to doctors and healthcare professionals
Become part of a positive, autonomous team that values results

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