Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, North East, UKSenior Fire Engineer Job in Sunderland, Tyne & WearSenior Fire Engineer job with an established fire engineering consultancy based in Sunderland. The role offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 + 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 an exciting opportunity to lead projects and play a key role in shaping the future of a professional and supportive fire engineering team.Role & ResponsibilitiesLead and manage large or complex fire engineering projects, taking full ownership of deliverablesProvide technical expertise on fire safety strategies, performance-based designs, and complex problem-solvingReview and approve technical submissions from subcontractors and consultantsLead design team meetings, workshops, and client presentationsMentor and support junior and mid-level engineers, fostering their professional developmentRepresent the consultancy with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and at project meetingsKeep up to date with UK legislation, guidance, and industry best practices, ensuring projects meet the highest standards.Required Skills & ExperienceDegree qualified in Fire Engineering (BEng/BSc/MSc) and Chartered (or near completion)Extensive experience delivering fire engineering solutions for UK projectsStrong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, guidance, and design standardsProven experience managing multiple projects and teams concurrentlyExcellent written and verbal communication skillsUK driving licence preferred but not essentialApplicants must have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available for this position.What you get backSalary £50,000 - £55,000 per annum4.5-day working week (Friday afternoons off)28 days annual leave (including public holidays) with option to purchase up to 5 additional daysPaid leave over Christmas and New YearPrivate healthcare and access to a 24hr GP and counsellorPaid professional memberships (e.g., IFE, IFSM)Cycle to work scheme and potential green car schemeCompany laptop, mobile phone, and IT equipmentOpportunity to work in a supportive, relaxed office with a close-knit team and scenic beachfront location.ApplyIf 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.In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website.ReferralDid you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.Senior Fire Engineer Job in Sunderland, Tyne & Wear - Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref: 1275128)TPBN1_UKTJ