Fire Stopping Technician
Field-Based | Midlands
A specialist compliance and environmental services provider is seeking an experienced Fire Stopping Technician to join their growing team. This is a newly created position within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of fire stopping activities and play a key role in ensuring compliance with passive fire protection regulations across a variety of client sites.
This role will involve the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire-stopping systems, supporting the integrity and compliance of fire damper installations across commercial and public sector environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Install fire-stopping materials including fire-rated sealants, boards, coatings, and penetration sealing systems to walls and floors.
* Inspect and assess existing fire-stopping systems to ensure compliance with building regulations and fire safety standards.
* Read and interpret technical drawings, fire safety reports, and specifications.
* Carry out remedial works to rectify non-compliant installations.
* Maintain accurate job documentation including photographic evidence and compliance records.
* Work closely with other technicians to ensure efficient project delivery across sites.
* Follow all health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and correct use of PPE.
* Provide recommendations for improvements to fire protection systems where required.
* Participate in ongoing training and development, with opportunities to support internal technician training.
Requirements
* Minimum 2 years' experience in fire stopping or passive fire protection.
* Experience installing systems including batt, mastic, fire barriers and compounds.
* NVQ Level 2 in Passive Fire Protection (or equivalent experience).
* Experience working with products from manufacturers such as FSi, Rockwool, Firefly, or Nullifire.
* Ability to work at height and within confined spaces.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work from technical specifications.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
* ASFP Level 2 or Level 3 in Fire Stopping.
* IPAF, PASMA, or SSSTS certifications.
* Previous supervisory or mentoring experience.
Package
* Competitive salary depending on experience.
* Company van with optional private use.
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays, plus an additional day for your birthday.
* Company pension scheme.
* Life assurance and employee wellbeing programme.
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
If you have experience within fire stopping or passive fire protection and are looking to join a well-established specialist business with strong growth plans, apply today for further information.
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