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Fire Door and Compartmentation Manager, Surbiton
Client: EMCOR UK
Location: Surbiton, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 049dddf885e8
Job Views: 12
Posted: 12.08.2025
Job Description:
Job Purpose: Providing support for Fire Door and Compartmentation activities as a Subject Matter Expert for EMCOR UK. Engagement with Supply Chain Partners for inspection, remedial, project, and installation works. Evaluating competency of those self-delivering Fire Door Inspection services and remedial works. Adopting the role of Approved Person under EMCOR Fire & Security’s UKAS accredited scheme.
Duties:
* Achieve and maintain 3rd party certification to a UKAS accredited scheme in Passive Fire Protection for EMCOR Fire & Security and participate in all compliance audits.
* Assist the Fire & Security Director in identifying approved Supply Chain Partners (SCPs) for inspections, remedial works, and projects across the UK.
* Support Account Managers and Directors in implementing compliant fire door and compartmentation inspections.
* Validate inspection failures and engage with SCPs to support remedial schedules.
* Participate in site reviews, meetings, and provide input, advice, and guidance.
* Utilize expertise to advise and guide account teams, customers, and relevant parties before project works and assist in quotations.
* Provide expertise during remedial and installation projects, review, and sign off works.
* Develop and maintain procedures in accordance with relevant fire safety legislation.
* Assist in expanding the Fire & Security division to include Fire Door Inspections.
* Assess and audit the competency of Fire Door Inspectors.
* Manage passive fire safety records and certifications.
* Stay updated with emerging fire safety legislation and standards.
* Act as SME on Fire Doors and Fire Compartmentation, providing input to EMCOR’s Compliance and Governance teams.
* Advise Projects Teams to ensure project compliance with standards.
* Build internal relationships and foster collaboration.
* Assist in creating quotations, tenders, and support business development.
* Support operational requirements of the Fire & Security division.
Responsibilities:
* Potentially manage up to 3 direct reports supporting 20 Fire Door Inspectors after 12 months.
* Sign off certification on behalf of EMCOR under UKAS accreditation.
* Control of SCPs delivering Fire Door and Compartmentation services.
Person Specification:
* Strong knowledge of UK fire safety laws and regulations.
* Detailed knowledge of Building Safety regulations, especially Approved Document B.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in Passive Fire Protection, Inspection, Remedials, and Project Management.
* Qualifications: FDIS Cert FDI, BM Trada Lead Auditor, or equivalent.
* Previous Approved Person appointment is advantageous.
* Fire Safety Certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CFPA Europe) are advantageous.
* Membership of fire safety professional bodies (e.g., IFSM, IFE) is advantageous.
* Excellent communication and reporting skills.
* Ability to work with customers, regulatory bodies, and fire engineers.
* Attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Other Factors:
* Willingness to travel and stay away occasionally across the UK.
At EMCOR UK, we embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment.
Join us in building a better world at work.
Benefits:
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Holiday Buy Scheme (up to 5 days)
* Industry-leading maternity & paternity policies
* Refer a Friend scheme (£500 per referral)
* Recognition schemes, learning & development, and progression opportunities
* Flex Benefits including shopping discounts, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining, and car leasing
* Bike To Work Scheme
* Paid volunteering and charity days
* Health cash plan (Medicash)
* Employee Assistance Programme
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