Head of Passive Fire
Overview
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Passive Fire to lead the delivery and development of passive fire protection services across a diverse portfolio of contracts.
This senior role is responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality delivery of passive fire works, including fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, inspections, and remedial programmes. You will also support business growth through client engagement, commercial support, and technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the operational delivery of passive fire protection works across multiple sites
Ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and Building Safety legislation
Maintain and manage third‑party accreditations (BM TRADA, FIRAS or equivalent)
Provide technical oversight for fire doors, fire stopping, and compartmentation works
Manage engineers, APs, and specialist subcontractors
Carry out audits, inspections, and quality assurance checks
Ensure all documentation, certification, and reporting is accurate and compliant
Manage financial performance including turnover, P&L, WIP, and debt
Produce and present monthly operational and financial reports
Support tenders, technical proposals, and identification of new opportunities
Act as the main technical contact for clients, consultants, and auditors
Essential Requirements
NVQ Level 3 or above in Passive Fire Protection, Fire Stopping, Fire Door Installation, or similar
FDIS qualification or equivalent
Strong knowledge of fire doors, fire stopping, and compartmentation
Experience working with BM TRADA, FIRAS, or equivalent schemes
CSCS card (Manager or Supervisor level preferred)
SMSTS or SSSTS qualification
Full UK driving licence
Minimum 5 years' experience in passive fire protection
Desirable
NVQ Level 4/5 in Construction Management or Fire Protection
BM TRADA or FIRAS-approved installer or inspector status
NEBOSH or IOSH Health & Safety qualification
Training relating to the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Order
Membership of IFE or a similar professional body
Experience & Skills
Proven experience managing teams and specialist subcontractors
Strong understanding of compliance documentation and certification
Experience within FM, compliance, or framework contracts
Commercial awareness and ability to support business growth
Confident client-facing communicator
Strong organisational and reporting skills
What's on Offer
Senior leadership role with real influence on building safety and compliance
Opportunity to shape and grow a specialist passive fire division
Exposure to varied, high-profile contracts across multiple sectors
Competitive salary and benefits package
Long-term career progression
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy