Experienced Fire Engineer

Why join us?FIRE Consultancy are a independent fire-engineering organisation that partners with blue-chip developers, contractors and asset owners/operators across the UK. Our pipeline ranges from landmark commercial high rise to regulated nuclear facilities – and as part of our strategic development we require a experienced fire engineer who can lead projects, mentor a talented team and help shape our next phase of expansion. You will be joining a team of technically proficient and highly motivated fire engineers, dedicated to delivering rigorous, compliant solutions and advancing best practice across the fire safety engineering profession.

Location: Swansea – office based with travel to sites when required

Salary: Package commensurate with industry experience and competency + benefits

Start date: ASAP

What you’ll do

• Deliver fire-safety solutions – author holistic fire-strategy reports, risk assessments and bespoke performance-based designs (first-principles, CFD/smoke & evacuation modelling, risk and cost-benefit analysis).
• Own client relationships – act as the primary technical contact, interfacing with architects, insurers, regulators and Fire & Rescue Services.
• Manage projects & people – plan programmes, control budgets and coach graduate and mid-level engineers.
• Assure compliance – interpret and apply UK legislation, British/European Standards, NFPA codes and insurer requirements; peer-review design information and contractors’ submissions.
• Conduct peer reviews – independently review and critique fire engineering reports and designs authored by other engineers to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, and alignment with best practice and project scope.
• Site engagement – carry out UK-wide site inspections (construction & operational) to verify installation quality and fire-risk controls.
• Drive innovation – contribute to R&D, special-interest groups and internal CPD to keep our practice at the cutting edge.

What you’ll bring

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) – or equivalent or working towards.
• Master’s degree (or BEng + significant experience) in fire, mechanical, civil or another relevant engineering/science discipline.
• Proven track record (5 + years) of developing performance-based fire strategies and modelling solutions for complex buildings or high-hazard industries.
• Deep knowledge of:
• UK fire-safety legislation, ADB/ADB-SC, BS 9999/9991, BS 7974 and Eurocodes.
• Water-based suppression systems, hydrant networks, foam and deluge design (including hydraulic calculations).
• Fire- and smoke-modelling software, Bluebeam, CAD/BIM workflows.
• Demonstrable experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and presenting to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.
• Excellent verbal and written English – able to produce clear, concise and authoritative reports.
• Must be willing to undertake an audit during the interview process

Highly desirable to have

• Nuclear, energy or other regulated-industry experience plus related clearances (SC/DV) will be essential to role. Role will depend upon successful clearance at a minimum of SC.
• Evidence of volunteering or committee work within IFE/NFPA or similar professional bodies.
• Bid writing, fee proposal and business-development exposure.

What we offer

• Impact & autonomy – you’ll be #1 or #2 on every project, not a small cog in a huge machine.
• Professional growth – dedicated CPD budget, paid memberships, conference attendance and support toward Fellow status.
• Flexible working – hybrid model, core hours and option to base yourself in any of our regional hubs.
• Competitive package – salary benchmarked at the upper quartile, car allowance, matched pension, performance bonus, private healthcare and 25 days holiday (+ buy/sell scheme).
• Inclusive culture – we celebrate diversity and empower every colleague to bring their whole self to work.

Open to having an informal and fully confidential chat?

Send your CV and a short cover letter to Recruitment@Fireconsultancy.co.uk quoting “Experienced Fire Engineer – June 2025” in the subject line.

Applications close Friday 30 June 2025 – but we’ll interview strong candidates as they arrive, so don’t wait!

All applications are treated in strict confidence. We are an equal-opportunities employer.