Fire Engineer

Location London
Job-type Permanent
Salary £50000 - £60000
Contact Chris Van Aurich
Email chrisvanaurich@brandonjames.co.uk
Reference CVA13105_1717390812

Are you a highly driven and self-motivated Fire Engineer looking for an exciting new challenge? Join a diverse, multi-disciplinary Fire Engineering consultancy in London that is expanding its Fire Engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, where your expertise and innovation will be highly valued.

The Fire Engineer Role

As a Fire Engineer, you will play a key role in the production of fire strategies for various building types across multiple sectors. You will be responsible for producing fire statements in line with the London Plan Policy and Gateway One. You will negotiate with approval authorities on fire safety designs and proposals, conduct peer reviews of fire engineering calculations, and perform smoke modelling and evacuation analysis using both simple hand calculations and complex CFD modelling. A thorough understanding and application of UK fire safety legislation is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Produce comprehensive fire strategies for diverse building types
  • Develop fire statements in accordance with London Plan Policy and Gateway One
  • Negotiate with approval authorities on fire safety designs and proposals
  • Conduct peer reviews of fire engineering calculations, including smoke modelling and evacuation analysis
  • Fully understand and apply UK fire safety legislation

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in the Fire Engineering field
  • Broad experience across various projects
  • Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers
  • BEng or CEng in Fire Engineering, or relevant experience
  • Proven experience in a client-engaging environment
  • Familiarity with EWS-1 and PAS 9980 standards

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £65,000 (DOE)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Fully remote working option
  • Pension scheme

Call to Action

If you are a Fire Engineer considering your career opportunities, we would love to hear from you. To discuss this role, explore other career options, or talk about career progression and alternative positions, please get in touch with Chris van Aurich at Brandon James