Job summary

Firestopping Engineers with live security clearance required for a project in Reading.

Key skills required for this role

firestopping

Important

Fire Safety, security clearance

Job description

Our client, a leader in the nuclear sector, is currently seeking two Firestopping Engineers to join their team on a contract basis. This exciting role involves working autonomously and offering substantial expertise in fire safety design and retrospective fire strategies. The successful candidates will also undertake third-party reviews and design verification in line with fire safety standards, providing top-tier fire consultancy technical advice and services to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing fire strategies and conducting design reviews for new projects and refurbishments
• Creating retrospective fire safety strategies for existing structures
• Performing third-party review and design verification against fire safety standards
• Providing fire technical and management advice and services to clients
• Ensuring compliance with UK and EU fire safety legislation and standards
• Maintaining excellent client liaison and communication
• Operating with high IT proficiency to enhance project delivery
• Managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring all deliverables are met

Job Requirements:

• Experience in fire safety consultancy, preferably within the nuclear sector
• Strong understanding of UK and EU fire safety legislation and standards
• Proficiency in developing fire strategies and conducting design reviews
• Excellent client communication and liaison skills
• Experience in third-party review and design verification
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in a related H&S, design, or engineering discipline
• Desirable: Registration with a UKAS accredited organisation or professional body such as the Institution of Fire Engineers
• Desirable: Membership of IFE, IFSM, or IEng status