Graduate Fire Engineer Job in Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
for a growing fire engineering consultancy based in Sunderland. The role offers a salary of £38,000 – £42,000 + 4.5-day week + private healthcare + professional development.
The company has a strong reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality fire safety solutions across a wide range of UK projects, including hospitals, industrial facilities, heritage buildings, and specialist sectors. With a collaborative, close-knit team and a scenic beachfront office, this is a unique chance to start your career in a supportive and relaxed professional environment.
Role & Responsibilities
1. Support fire engineering projects from initial concept through to completion
2. Assist in producing fire safety strategies and technical reports
3. Learn to apply UK fire safety legislation and guidance to real projects
4. Shadow senior engineers on site visits and inspections
5. Contribute to a collaborative and friendly team culture, providing input where appropriate
6. Work closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality fire engineering solutions across a range of UK projects
Required Skills & Experience
7. Degree qualified in Fire Engineering (BEng/BSc/MSc)
8. Enthusiasm to develop a career in fire safety engineering
9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
10. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative office-based team environment
11. UK driving licence preferred but not essential
12. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
What you get back
13. Salary £38,000 – £42,000 per annum
14. 4.5-day working week (Friday afternoons off)
15. 28 days annual leave including public holidays (option to purchase up to 5 additional days)
16. Paid leave over Christmas and New Year
17. Private healthcare including 24hr GP and counsellor access
18. Paid professional memberships (e.g., IFE, IFSM)
19. Cycle to work scheme and potential green car scheme
20. Company laptop, mobile phone, and IT equipment
21. Supportive office environment with a close-knit team and scenic beachfront location