Fire Stopper

About the Project

We are looking to speak with experienced Fire Stoppers for a long-term residential construction project in Central London.

The work will involve fire stopping and passive fire protection installations throughout a residential development, helping ensure service penetrations, joints and gaps are properly sealed in accordance with the project specifications and fire safety requirements.

We are looking for candidates who understand the importance of compliant installations, pay close attention to detail and can maintain a high standard of workmanship across a busy construction site.

The Work Involves

• Installing fire stopping systems around service penetrations through walls and floors.
• Sealing openings around pipes, cables, conduits and other building services.
• Installing fire-rated sealants, collars, wraps, batt systems and other specified fire protection products.
• Completing linear joint sealing and compartmentation works where required.
• Identifying gaps and breaches in fire-rated walls, floors and compartment lines.
• Working from construction drawings, fire stopping details and manufacturer specifications.
• Ensuring products are installed correctly and are suitable for the application and required fire rating.
• Maintaining accurate installation records and photographic evidence where required by the project.
• Coordinating with other trades to ensure service penetrations are sealed correctly following installation works.
• Keeping work areas safe, tidy and compliant with site procedures.

What We Need From You

• Previous experience working as a Fire Stopper on commercial or residential construction projects.
• Practical knowledge of passive fire protection and fire compartmentation.
• Experience using fire-rated sealants, pipe collars, wraps, fire batt and penetration sealing systems.
• Understanding of fire stopping requirements around mechanical, electrical and plumbing services.
• Ability to interpret drawings, installation details and product specifications.
• Knowledge of correct product selection, installation methods and fire rating requirements.
• A methodical approach to work, with strong attention to detail.
• Relevant fire stopping qualifications or manufacturer training, where required.
• A valid CSCS card and any additional site-specific credentials required for the role.
• Reliability, good timekeeping and the ability to work effectively alongside site management and other trades.