Job Description
Fire Door Inspector
Location: West Midlands
Salary: £38000 + benefits
Contract: Permanent
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Fire Door Inspector to join a growing compliance team, supporting fire safety across residential and/or commercial properties.
This role is critical in ensuring fire doors meet current legislation, standards, and best practice, with a strong focus on BM TRADA guidance and certification requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out detailed fire door inspections in line with BM TRADA, BS 8214, and relevant fire safety standards
* Accurately assess fire doors, frames, ironmongery, seals, glazing, and signage
* Record inspection findings using digital or paper-based reporting systems
* Identify non-compliance issues and provide clear remedial recommendations
* Liaise with clients, site teams, and contractors to explain inspection outcomes
* Ensure all work complies with current Fire Safety Regulations and industry best practice
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in fire door legislation and BM TRADA guidance
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience as a Fire Door Inspector
* Strong working knowledge of BM TRADA standards and inspection methodology
* Understanding of BS 8214 and passive fire protection principles
* Ability to produce clear, accurate inspection reports
* Full UK driving licence (if role involves site travel)
* Good communication skills and attention to detail
Desirable
* BM TRADA Fire Door Inspection certification
* Experience working within social housing, local authority, healthcare, or commercial buildings
* Familiarity with digital compliance systems or asset management software
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary / day rate
* Ongoing training and development
* Opportunity to work with a reputable and growing organisation
* Long-term, stable workload