Technical Manager – Passive Fire Protection
Worcestershire (Hybrid)
£60,000 - £70,000 DOE complimented by package
Are you an experienced Technical Manager with a strong background in passive fire protection? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of technical development, product innovation, and certification for a well-established UK manufacturing and distribution group.
The Role
As Technical Manager, you will:
Lead the development of new products and solutions across multiple business areas
Oversee testing and certification, including EN 1634-1 and BS 476 standards
Manage the certification process with notified bodies and internal testing facilities
Provide technical support to both customers and the sales team
Contribute to product design, working alongside engineering colleagues (including CAD input)
Stay up to date with industry standards and future requirements, representing the company at events and seminars
Support business development by identifying new applications, solutions, and customers
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
A proven background in passive fire protection products (fire stopping, fire doors, or similar)
Experience in testing and certification of fire protection systems
Strong technical management skills, with at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role
Product design knowledge and the ability to interpret research into practical solutions
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Flexibility to support wider manufacturing processes and engineering colleagues
What’s on Offer
Basic Salary £60,000 - £70,000 DOE
Company car
22 days holiday (rising to 25 with service) + bank holidays
Private contributory pension scheme
Death in service benefit
Long-term career potential with a respected industry leader
If you have the technical expertise in passive fire protection and are ready to take on a key leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to find out more