Passive fire divisional manager

Job Description

Passive Fire Divisional Manager

£45,000 - £55,000 DOE

Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting an established and growing fire protection specialist with the appointment of a Passive Fire Divisional Manager.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Operations Manager, Passive Fire Manager, Fire Protection Manager, Regional Manager, or Senior Project Lead looking to take ownership of a growing division within the passive fire sector.

You'll play a key role in overseeing the delivery of fire door, fire stopping, and compartmentation projects across the UK, while driving operational excellence, commercial performance, team development, and business growth.

Whether you're already operating at divisional level or are an ambitious manager looking to step into a broader leadership role, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact within a well-established and expanding business.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Passive Fire Protection Division.
• Oversee the delivery of passive fire projects including:

• Fire door inspections
• Fire door remedial works
• Fire door installations
• Fire stopping projects
• Compartmentation surveys

• Plan and coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials, and project resources.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.
• Manage divisional financial performance, including revenue, profitability, and cost control.
• Prepare, review, and approve quotations, tenders, and pricing proposals.
• Maintain compliance with current fire safety legislation, British Standards, Building Regulations, and third-party accreditation requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop operational teams including surveyors, supervisors, engineers, administrators, and subcontractors.
• Support business development activities and identify opportunities for growth within the passive fire sector.
• Monitor quality standards and ensure successful audit and accreditation outcomes.

This is what you'll need:

• Significant experience within the Passive Fire Protection industry.
• Experience managing operational teams and delivering multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of relevant fire safety legislation, industry standards, and accreditation requirements.

And this is what you'll get:

• Competitive salary
• Company car
• Private medical cover
• Fuel card
• Company phone and laptop