We’re currently looking for an experienced skilled Passive Fire Protection Operative to join our successful Planned Capital (Refurbishment) works business based in Cheltenham. You’ll undertake fire risk assessment remedial works, such as fire stopping (breach and penetration sealing) and cavity barriers. Happy to work independently, you’ll have the ability to train and mentor others and will be interested in progressing to becoming a Working Foreperson. We want to hear from people who are truly passionate about making a difference to people’s lives and the properties in which they live. Benefits At Ian Williams, we offer more than just a job: Competitive basic salary of £34,293 for a 39 hour working week On target earnings up to £38,349 with bonus, travel and fare allowance Company van, fuel card, and travel expenses Uniform and PPE provided, no charge, and PDA to manage your work effectively Plus paid holidays, Pension contributions, Life Insurance Free legal and financial advice, plus free counselling via Lighthouse Charity Our tradespeople don’t just join us, they stay with us. We don’t just talk career development, we live it. Find out more by reading “Life at Ian Williams” below. The Passive Fire Protection Operative role: We’re committed to keeping you safe, happy and supported, therefore Health and Safety is paramount throughout the responsibilities of this role, for you, us, and the customer. Undertaking fire risk assessment remedial works within a variety of residential and commercial buildings, including working in small and confined spaces Work with the FRA team to deliver an expanding programme for many key clients. This will include completing fire stopping installations, fire stopping to fire doors and small to large penetrations Ensure health and safety regulations are met as well as best practice standards. What you will bring as a Passive Fire Protection Operative : Previous experience of completing fire stopping is essential, experience in other trades desirable A member of either FIRAS, IFC, BM TRADA or similar with an NVQ level 2 in Passive Fire Protection, preferred Ability to work professionally and considerately in a range of environments, including at times, confined spaces and in vulnerable tenant’s homes, within Social Housing settings Possession of a full current UK Driving licence which is essential to undertake the role of Passive Fire Protection Operative. Life at Ian Williams Working at Ian Williams means stability, safety and the chance to go further with us. Our employees benefit from long-term secured work, due to our contracts, a guaranteed 39 hour paid week and consistent opportunities to boost earnings. We strive to create a strong safety culture, recognised by the ROSPA Presidential Award, which gives us a stay culture. Our Trades community has an average length of service of 4.5 years. You’ll be joining a company where your skills are valued, your hard work is rewarded, and we’ll support your development both on and off the tools. We are proud our Tradespeople have grown into Business and General Managers. Don’t apply for a job, apply for a career! Can’t find the job you are looking for right now? Express your interest on our Careers page, and join our talent community. About Ian Williams Ltd Discover more about us by reviewing our website, and also through our social media platforms, along with Indeed and Glassdoor. The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal records check. As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), we comply fully with the code of practice and undertake to treat all applicants for positions fairly. Ian Williams is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Ian Williams—it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different. We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date. Ian Williams Ltd will use applicants’ details for recruitment purposes only. For more information, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice located at our website. We are delighted to have strong relationships with our preferred agencies, therefore we politely request no agencies engage with us in regards to this position.