Fire Carpenter – Birmingham
£18–£18.50 per hour + Benefits + Long-Term Career Development
Full-time, Permanent | Leading UK Contractor
Are you an experienced Fire Door Carpenter, Fire Protection Carpenter or Qualified Joiner looking for stable, long-term work with a reputable national contractor?
We are expanding our Fire Protection division and looking for skilled, detail-driven carpenters to join our Birmingham team. If you take pride in compliant, high-quality workmanship, this role offers the tools, training, and support to build a rewarding career in the fire safety sector.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
Job Security with a National Employer
Enjoy stable workloads and long-term project security within a well-established organisation.
Career Growth in a High-Demand Sector
Fire Protection is one of the fastest-growing areas in construction. You will have opportunities to gain NVQ Passive Fire, FIRAS, BM TRADA or IFC accreditation – fully funded following probation.
Ongoing Training and Professional Development
Access continuous training to enhance your technical knowledge and align with industry best practice.
Competitive Pay and Benefits
• £18–£18.50 per hour (DOE)
• Standard operative benefits package
• Full-time vehicle-based role with autonomy and support
Modern Tools and Digital Working
Use digital technology (tablet-based reporting) and work with up-to-date installation methods and sector standards.
Supportive Team Culture
Work independently or alongside experienced Fire Technicians who collaborate to deliver compliant installations.
Local Work Across Birmingham
Minimise unnecessary travel with consistent, structured workloads.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will be responsible for:
• Installing full fire door sets and delivering fire door remedial works.
• Completing re-lipping, cavity resealing, ironmongery replacement and gap-compliance adjustments.
• Working strictly to manufacturer specifications and approved installation guides.
• Recording accurate installation evidence using a tablet.
• Following scopes of work and site surveys to deliver high-quality results.
This role suits someone who is detail-focused, takes pride in quality workmanship and understands the importance of compliance in fire safety.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
• Previous Carpentry/Joinery experience within fire protection (5+ years preferred).
• NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry/Joinery or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full battery-operated tool kit.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• FIRAS, BM TRADA or IFC accreditation – advantageous but training available.
READY TO BUILD YOUR CAREER IN FIRE PROTECTION?
If you're a skilled Fire Carpenter looking for stability, development and meaningful work in fire safety, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your fire protection career.