Job Overview
Senior Fire Engineer role based remotely with site work across the South Coast, supporting residential and commercial projects. The position focuses on fire strategies, fire risk assessments, and regulatory compliance, including façade remediation and external wall assessments. Suited to an experienced candidate seeking autonomy within a growing consultancy, managing multiple projects and contributing to technical delivery and client outcomes.
Role & Responsibilities
Deliver fire strategies for residential and commercial schemes
Undertake fire risk assessments (Type 1-4)
Provide input on façade remediation and EWS1 work
Liaise with design teams and contractors
Prepare technical reports and compliance documentation
Manage multiple projects independently
Support client meetings and technical discussions
Ensure delivery aligns with UK regulations
Maintain quality and programme standards
Contribute to team and service developmentSkills & Experience Required
Minimum 3+ years in fire engineering or surveying
Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation
Experience with fire strategies and FRA reports
Ability to manage projects independently
Strong communication and organisation skills
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge of façade systems beneficial
Working towards or achieved IFE membership preferred
Comfortable in client-facing environments
Proactive and adaptable approachSalary & Benefits
£55,000 - £75,000 depending on experience. Remote working with South Coast travel, bonus scheme, and potential car allowance. Standard holiday and flexible working options available.
About Hunter Dunning
Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market. We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles.
Apply Section
If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. All applications are handled in strict confidence.
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