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We have a new vacancy for an Experienced Fire Engineer to work for a leading consultancy based in London. This is a 95% remote working permanent opportunity paying up to 90k per annum + a number of company benefits.
There will be very occasional requirement to travel to the company offices in Central London with some UK wide travel necessary therefore the applicant must be willing to travel when necessary.
Overview
A fire engineer uses science and engineering principles to protect people and property from the devastating effects of fires. Fire engineers design fire safety measures, conduct fire risk assessments and ensure the structural integrity of buildings. A fire engineer also coordinates fire safety standards and regulations to minimise fire-related risk.
The role involves regular site inspections, analysis and evaluation of fire control methods and the development of emergency plans. Fire engineers use their knowledge of fire dynamics and human behaviours to ensure the safety of everyone occupying a building.
Key duties:
The fire engineer's key duties typically include:
* writing fire strategy reports for new buildings and retrospective reports existing using the company template
* producing fire safety management plans using the company template
* identifying possible fire-related risks and reducing or eliminating them
* making designs, calculations, sketches and/or diagrams to help prevent fire or fire spread ('fire strategy')
* incorporating fire safety procedures into designs - such as sprinkler systems, smoke control systems, fire alarms, Fire Service facilities and emergency escape routes and exits, to minimise the risk of injury and loss of life in the event of a fire, taking into account both the structural integrity of the building and human behaviour
* making recommendations for the materials used in the construction or refurbishment of a building and for existing buildings
* keeping up to date with regulations and legislation
* visiting project/construction sites to conduct site inspections and advise on the installation or implementation of the designs
* providing advice that feeds into decisions on safe building occupancy levels, fire evacuation plans and so on
* providing a variety of fire consultancy services to our varied client base
* liaising with local authorities, architects and building control professionals as and when required
Minimum requirements:
- Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE).
- BEng, BSc, MSc in Fire Engineering or Fire Safety.
- At least 5 years' experience in a similar position producing fire strategy reports and fire consultancy services for both residential and commercial buildings.
- Good understanding of ADB, BS9999, BS9991 and other current guidance and legislation.
Other responsibilities include:
- Keep abreast of current legislation, relevant national and international standards and guidelines and technical developments within the field
- To respond to requests for client work and proposals
- Be exemplar in client management and relationship building
- Contribute to delivery of projects on time and to budget; to manage resources in the delivery of the projects and to undertake regular project reviews
- To follow all financial procedures in the delivery of projects
- Ensure the use of the use of internal technical tools and methodologies in delivery of projects to the standard set
- Contribute to a rolling forecast to provide visibility of future workload
- Monitor individual performance versus targets and actively manage optimal output
- Delivery against Key personal and business KPIs
- Support junior members of staff in delivery of consultancy services
- To support the team and other departments to achieve company goals
- Ensure full implementation and use of the competency framework
- Support as required in the definition of the current and future market, market driver and service offerings of the business
- Marketing the relevant services of the company to existing and new clients
- Liaison with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation
- Operational site experience including basic H&S requirements
- Strong analytical and report writing skills
- Positive approach to the challenges of change and see change as an opportunity
- Ability to prioritise and schedule objectives to optimise time, cost and quality
- Excellent communication skills
