Firestopping engineer

Firestopping Engineer

Location:South Wales
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Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Circa £30,000 + Benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of fire safety solutions, dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment. They deliver expert services across fire detection, fire alarm systems, extinguishers, passive fire protection, and fire risk assessments, all in line with national fire safety standards.

They are accredited to ISO 9001 and are currently working towards achieving ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). They are also certified under key BAFE schemes, including SP101, SP203-1, and SP205, demonstrating their commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Role Summary

Our client is looking for a motivated and reliable Firestopping Engineer to join their growing fire protection team. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone looking to build or further develop a career within fire safety and passive fire protection.

As a Firestopping Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining fire safety integrity across a variety of sites by installing fire-resistant systems that prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and heat. Your work will help ensure that fire-rated walls and floors perform as intended, improving overall building safety.

You will also be expected to maintain a professional approach at all times, ensuring excellent service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Install firestopping systems to seal gaps and penetrations in walls and floors
• Prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and heat through effective passive fire protection measures
• Read and interpret drawings and fire safety plans
• Use approved fire-resistant materials and installation methods
• Inspect, maintain, and repair existing firestopping systems
• Ensure all work complies with current fire safety regulations and industry standards
• Consistently achieve agreed performance targets
• Promote additional fire protection services to new and existing customers where appropriate
• Keep the Passive Fire Protection Manager updated on project progress and any potential delays

Key Skills & Attributes

• NVQ Level 2 in Passive Fire Protection preferred
• FIRAS card preferred but not essential
• Previous experience with fire barrier systems, including Rockwool Curtains, preferred
• Previous experience in ablative batt installation preferred
• Willingness to learn and use PDA/software systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Good communication xxuwjjq and organisational skills
• Ability to manage your own workload and diary effectively
• Punctual, professional, and able to work as part of a busy fire safety team

What Our Client Offers

• Opportunity to be part of a respected and growing fire safety business
• Ongoing professional training and accreditation support
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Company uniform and PPE provided

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• Company vehicle where applicable
• Tools, uniform, and PPE provided
• 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Stakeholder pension scheme
• Company events
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee benefits and reward scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay