Fire Engineer

Company: Brandon James
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

An established and growing fire consultancy is seeking a Fire Engineer to join their expanding team.

This Fire Engineer opportunity offers the chance for a Fire Engineer to work within multidisciplinary environments across a variety of sectors, contributing to a diverse and technically challenging project portfolio during a period of sustained growth.

The Fire Engineer’s Role

The Fire Engineer will play a key role in delivering fire safety solutions across the full building lifecycle, from initial design through to in-occupation services. Responsibilities include:

  • Preparing fire strategy reports and supporting design development
  • Advising clients on compliance with UK legislation, including the Building Safety Act, Building Regulations, and Fire Safety Order
  • Undertaking fire risk analysis and recommending appropriate control measures
  • Collaborating with internal design teams on multidisciplinary projects
  • Working across a diverse portfolio of sectors and building types
  • Supporting the planning and coordination of site inspections and remedial works
  • Conducting site visits, recording findings, and preparing schedules of work and specifications
  • Monitoring project progress on site to ensure compliance with design intent
  • Providing clear and practical guidance on Building Regulations applications relating to fire safety
  • Applying a methodical approach to problem-solving within tight deadlines and budgets
  • Supporting or contributing to fire risk assessments where suitably qualified

The Fire Engineer

The successful Fire Engineer will demonstrate a strong understanding of fire safety principles, legislation, and industry best practice within the UK.

Key requirements:

  • Degree in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering, or a closely related discipline
  • Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and fire safety legislation
  • Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (or working towards)
  • Progression towards professional registration with the Engineering Council
  • Experience working within a consultancy or similar environment
  • Strong communication and organisational skills

In Return?

  • 40,000- 50,000
  • Flexible and hybrid working options
  • Support towards Chartered Engineer status and professional development
  • Opportunity to work on complex and technically challenging projects
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment

If you are a Fire Engineer or other fire safety professional and considering your career opportunities, then contact Lauren Banks at Brandon James on (phone number removed).

Ref: LB 21667

Fire Engineer / Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / ADB / BS 9999 / BS 9991 / Building Safety Act / IFE / IFSM / Chartered Fire Engineer / AIFireE / MIFireE / CFD Modelling / Fire Safety Design / Fire Safety Strategy / Fire Safety Compliance / Fire Safety Consultancy / Fire Risk Management

Posted: March 30th, 2026