Fire Engineer

Overview

  • Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Fire Safety
  • Salary: £55000 - £65000 per annum
  • Published: 12 May 2025

An independent and forward-thinking consultancy is seeking a Fire Engineer to join their growing fire safety team based in Manchester.

With a reputation for delivering bespoke solutions across the built environment, this consultancy offers the opportunity to work on a variety of complex and high-profile projects throughout the UK.

The Fire Engineer’s Role

The Fire Engineer will support the delivery of fire strategy reports, carry out fire risk assessments, and liaise closely with clients, architects, and design teams throughout the project lifecycle. Working across commercial, residential, education, and healthcare schemes, the Fire Engineer will be expected to contribute technical expertise from RIBA Stage 2 onwards.

Responsibilities include:

  • Developing and reviewing fire strategies in line with Approved Document B and BS 9999/BS 7974

  • Site inspections and fire risk assessments in both new-build and existing properties

  • Supporting with CFD modelling (Smoke and Heat) and evacuation simulations

  • Coordinating with building control, design teams, and end clients

  • Producing technical fire safety reports and presentations

The Fire Engineer

  • A degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline

  • Working knowledge of fire safety standards, UK Building Regulations, and design codes

  • 2+ years’ experience in a consultancy, engineering, or regulatory setting

  • Membership (or working towards) IFireE or MIFireE status (desirable)

  • Strong report writing and communication skills

In Return?

  • £40,000 – £55,000 salary

  • Hybrid working with Manchester office base

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Support with professional development and chartership

  • Pension scheme and regular CPD opportunities

  • Involvement in landmark UK construction projects

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Fire Engineer looking to enhance their career with a flexible, technically focused firm offering real project autonomy and progression routes.

Reference: 30030-LS

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