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Fire Engineer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 53,760/Annum
Job Type: Permanent Contract , Temporary
Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Fire Engineer (Passive Fire Protection)
Location: Cumbria
Contract: Temp to perm
Salary: £27-28 per hour
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Fire Engineer with expertise in passive fire protection to support the design, allocation, and implementation of fire-stopping solutions across a range of projects. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and assist with technical specifications for fire-stopping, compartmentation, and structural fire protection systems within the nuclear and construction industry.
Key Responsibilities
🔹 Assist in the design and specification of passive fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with regulations.
🔹 Provide technical guidance on:
* Fire-stopping solutions for penetrations and linear joints.
* Ductwork fire dampers and ventilation fire protection.
* Structural fire protection for steelwork and load-bearing elements.
* Fire doors, door sets, fire shutters, and active fire curtain systems.
* Fire barriers, cavity barriers, and compartmentation systems.
🔹 Support the development and review of Engineered Judgments (EJs) for fire protection applications, ensuring compliance with BS EN and ASFP best practices.
🔹 Work alongside project managers and site teams to implement fire safety strategies.
🔹 Assist in the creation of fire protection drawings, technical submittals, and installation guidance.
🔹 Conduct site visits to ensure fire protection measures meet compliance standards.
🔹 Stay updated with the latest fire protection standards, testing protocols, and industry regulations.
Knowledge & Experience Required
* Strong understanding of fire testing standards and regulations.
* Experience in passive fire protection design, fire-stopping, and compartmentation.
* Knowledge and experience in Engineered Judgments (EJs) or fire engineering assessments for fire-stopping applications.
* Familiarity with fire-stopping products, materials, and third-party accreditation schemes (e.g., FIRAS, BM TRADA, LPCB, IFC Cert).
* Ability to interpret fire test reports, product certifications, and technical datasheets.
* Experience working with fire-stopping drawings, digital documentation systems, and compliance records.
* Understanding of structural fire protection principles and compartmentation strategies.
Qualifications & Skills
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Fire Engineering, Building Services, Construction, or a related field.
* Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IFE, ASFP, IFSM).
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to read and interpret fire strategies and technical specifications.
* Experience with fire testing and liaising with test houses.
How to Apply
If you are a Fire Engineer with a passion for passive fire protection and safety compliance, we’d love to hear from you! Apply below.
📞 For more information, contact Alex Markham-Randall on (phone number removed)Before You Apply
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