Graduate Fire Engineer
Location: Hybrid Working (Home-Based with Site Visits as Required)
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum
Type: Full Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are seeking an ambitious Graduate Fire Engineer to join a growing fire engineering consultancy. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to develop their technical expertise across a range of fire engineering projects.
The successful candidate will work alongside experienced Fire Engineers and Building Professionals, supporting the delivery of fire risk assessments, external wall appraisals, fire strategies, and general fire safety consultancy services. You will receive structured mentoring, professional development support, and exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.
The role is primarily home-based, with site visits required depending on project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Fire Risk Assessments & External Wall Reviews
Assist in the preparation of Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEW).
Support the assessment of external wall systems in accordance with PAS 9980 and current fire safety guidance.
Produce clear, accurate, and detailed technical reports.
Gather and analyse relevant building information to support fire safety assessments.
Fire Engineering & Strategy Development
Assist in the development of fire strategies for both new-build and existing buildings.
Support the review and modification of fire safety strategies for legacy buildings.
Contribute to fire engineering solutions that achieve compliance with current legislation and industry best practice.
Technical Reporting
Prepare technical reports and supporting documentation for internal review.
Ensure assessments and reports are completed accurately and in line with quality standards.
Present findings and recommendations to senior team members and clients where appropriate.
Client Support
Assist in providing fire safety advice to clients.
Support clients in understanding fire safety requirements, assessments, and recommended actions.
Build strong working relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
Collaboration
Work closely with Senior Fire Engineers, Chartered Fire Engineers, and Building Professionals.
Attend project meetings and site inspections as required.
Support multidisciplinary project teams in delivering high-quality fire engineering solutions.
Professional Development
Keep up to date with developments in UK fire safety legislation, standards, and guidance.
Participate in structured training and mentoring programmes.
Work towards professional membership and chartership within the fire engineering profession.
Requirements
Qualifications
Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline such as:
Mechanical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Building Services Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Building Surveying (with a strong interest in fire safety)
Knowledge & Skills
Understanding of UK fire safety legislation and guidance.
Knowledge of PAS 9980 and external wall fire risk assessments is desirable.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and report-writing ability.
Proactive and organised approach to work.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Full UK driving licence preferred.
Desirable
Knowledge of fire modelling principles and performance-based design.
Exposure to software such as FDS, CFAST, Pathfinder, or similar fire engineering tools.
Membership of, or interest in joining, the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE).
What's on Offer
* Salary of £30,000 - £33,000.
Hybrid working arrangement.
Structured graduate development programme.
Ongoing mentoring from experienced Fire Engineers.
Support towards IFE membership and chartership.
Technical training across fire engineering disciplines.
Clear progression pathway to Fire Engineer level.
Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of residential, commercial, healthcare, and mixed-use developments