Fire Engineer

Job Title: Fire Engineer

Location: Remote

Industry: Fire Engineering

Salary: Negotiable

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Fire Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, reviewing, and implementing fire safety strategies across a range of residential, commercial, and industrial projects while ensuring compliance with current fire regulations and building standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk assessments on residential, commercial, and industrial properties
• Develop fire engineering strategies and technical reports
• Ensure compliance with fire safety legislation, building regulations, and British Standards
• Review architectural drawings and construction plans for fire safety compliance
• Design fire detection, alarm, suppression, and evacuation systems
• Liaise with local authorities, building control, and fire services
• Carry out site inspections and audits during construction and post-completion
• Identify fire hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Produce clear technical documentation and reports
• Stay updated with changes in fire legislation and industry best practices
• Attend client meetings and provide professional consultancy services

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or related discipline
• Previous experience in a Fire Engineer or Fire Safety Consultant role
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety regulations and Approved Document B
• Understanding of BS 9999, BS 7974, and relevant British Standards
• Experience with fire modelling and simulation software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable Qualifications & Certifications

• Membership with-Institution of Fire Engineers-(IFE)
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership
• NEBOSH Fire Safety qualification
• Level 3 or Level 4 Fire Safety qualifications
• FIA (Fire Industry Association) certifications
• Experience working on high-rise or complex buildings

Preferred Skills

• Fire strategy development
• CFD and evacuation modelling
• Technical report writing
• Construction and building compliance knowledge
• Project management skills
• AutoCAD or BIM software knowledge

If you are interested in the role and have the relevant skills contact me