Job Title: Fire and Durability Test Engineer (Interim – 6+ Months)
Location: Sidcup, Kent (must be able to commute daily)
Contract Type: Interim / Contract (6+ months) - OUTSIDE IR35
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Product Test Assessor/Engineer to join on an interim basis for an initial 6+ month period. This role will support testing activities within the building construction sector, focusing on fire, smoke, and durability performance of construction materials. You will play a key role in coordinating testing programmes, working closely with external laboratories across the UK and EU, and ensuring timely delivery of accurate test results.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and execute detailed test plans for construction products and materials.
- Coordinate and oversee fire, smoke, and durability testing on materials including timber and metals.
- Liaise with accredited test houses across the UK and EU to organise and manage testing schedules.
- Act as the primary point of contact for external laboratories, ensuring clear communication and timely updates.
- Track progress of testing activities and proactively manage timelines and deliverables.
- Analyse and review test data to ensure compliance with relevant industry standards.
- Produce monthly test laboratory reports, summarising progress, findings, and recommendations.
- Maintain strong relationships with testing partners and stakeholders.
- Ensure all testing activities align with regulatory and quality requirements.
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience in testing within the building construction sector.
- Strong knowledge of fire, smoke, and durability testing standards.
- Experience working with construction materials such as timber and metals.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver structured test plans.
- Experience coordinating with external test houses or laboratories (UK and EU).
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and deliver within tight timeframes.
Desirable
- Existing network of contacts within test houses or certification bodies.
- Familiarity with UK and EU construction testing standards and regulations.
Why Join (Interim Opportunity)
- Immediate impact role within a specialist technical environment.
- Opportunity to work with a wide network of testing laboratories across the UK and Europe.
- Fast-paced, hands-on role with autonomy and responsibility.
You must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sidcup DA14: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Fire Testing: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)