Lead Fire Surveyor, Brandon James

Brandon James

Location:
United Kingdom, Gloucestershire

Category:
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Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

65000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

A growing fire safety consultancy is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead Fire Surveyor to join its team, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Fire Surveyor who wants to work across a varied portfolio of projects while developing their expertise in a supportive environment. As a Lead Fire Surveyor, you will work as part of a collaborative technical team that values creativity, analytical thinking and a strong commitment to client service. The organisation promotes genuine work-life balance, supports professional development at every level and provides a positive, inclusive culture where individuals are trusted and respected.

Job Responsibility:

Produce fee proposals, fire strategy reports and technical documentation
Attend client meetings, carry out site surveys and communicate fire strategy recommendations clearly and confidently
Review architectural drawings to identify risks and opportunities to enhance the fire strategy
Calculate evacuation times and complete Means of Escape analysis
Carry out computational evacuation modelling
Undertake fire engineering calculations including radiant heat, smoke control and occupant evacuation, with support where required
Complete third party reviews and design verification
Develop a strong understanding of UK fire safety legislation and standards relating to buildings

Requirements:

Degree in Fire Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Minimum three years of experience working as a Fire Engineer or within a Fire Safety Engineering team
IFE membership (MIFireE or AIFireE)
Strong knowledge of ADB, BS 9999 and BS 9991
Confident understanding of regulatory controls and the ability to develop fire engineered design solutions for the built environment
Strong technical and analytical capability
Creative problem solver with a clear understanding of risk
Self-motivated and results driven
High standards of accuracy and presentation
Proactive, enthusiastic and commercially aware
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Team player with a collaborative approach to sharing knowledge
Passionate about delivering high quality fire engineering solutions

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 where employees receive every other Friday off with no expectation to make up the hours
Flexible working. Eight hour day structured to suit individual employees between 7am and 8pm
Enrolment to company pension scheme with 5% employer contribution and 3% employee contribution
Annual professional subscriptions paid
Study support for CPD and relevant training
Discretionary bonus scheme paid twice a year
Employee referral scheme with bonuses for every Fire Engineer referred who joins the business
Participation in monthly wellbeing challenges via Pacer with cash prizes up to £150 per month
Access to private healthcare
Access to an EAP with 24/7 support from doctors and healthcare professionals
Join a positive, autonomous team that values results and supports each other

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 23, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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