Passive Fire Technical Adviser
A leading specialist in passive fire protection is seeking a hands-on, proactive Technical Adviser to support high-quality passive fire compliance across a diverse project portfolio. The company is growing sustainably, investing heavily in its people and creating strong progression pathways. They now require a Technical Adviser with solid passive fire knowledge, clear communication skills and the willingness to get stuck into day-to-day project support.
This is an excellent moment to join the company. The technical function is expanding and the successful Technical Adviser will have genuine scope to broaden their responsibilities and influence. You'll work closely with the Senior Technical Manager, support operational teams and play a central role in driving passive fire protection standards across the business.
The Technical Adviser Role
The Technical Adviser will enjoy a varied role that mixes on-site engagement, technical reviews, problem solving and operational support.
You will analyse QA and audit data to spot trends and help shape future technical processes. This requires someone comfortable using both technical judgement and practical understanding – a Technical Adviser who can speak confidently with site teams, supervisors, contracts managers and senior stakeholders.
As the business continues to grow, the successful Technical Adviser will have the opportunity to evolve their position, influence best practice and play a meaningful part in the development of internal training and procedures.
Duties of the Technical Adviser include:
Supporting sites and operational teams with technical guidance and compliance
Reviewing drawings, fire separation lines, compartmentation, cavity barriers and fire-stopping requirements
Preparing desktop and on-site audits and assisting with close-outs
Producing toolbox talks and internal training content
Liaising with manufacturers and reviewing certification and technical documentationThe Person?
The successful Technical Adviser will bring strong passive fire knowledge, the confidence to work closely with site and office teams, and the practical mindset needed to identify issues and guide projects back to compliance. You'll be someone who can communicate clearly, solve problems quickly and support a growing technical function.
Solid understanding of passive fire, fire-stopping, compartmentation and fire doors
Able to identify non-compliance and offer clear, proportionate solutions
Confident reviewing drawings, fire separation lines, cavity barriers and escape routes
Comfortable using QA and audit data to spot trends and support continual improvement
Hands-on experience alongside technical knowledge, able to speak confidently with different teams
Practical, solutions-led approach with strong communication skills
Experience delivering compartmentation surveys and/or fire door inspections
Recognised PFP qualification (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3)In Return…?
£45,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
Company car or generous car allowance
Paid Health Plan membership for you and family
Annual bonus + annual pay rise
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Christmas shutdown (additional paid leave)
Birthday off + option to purchase extra leave
Extremely strong CPD support and internal training opportunities
Endless supply of tea and coffee!!
If you are a Fire Risk Assessor or other fire safety professional and considering your career opportunities, then contact Stuart Miller at Brandon James.
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Reference #SM1038
Passive Fire Technical Adviser / Passive Fire Protection / Fire Stopping / Fire Doors / ASFP / IFE / Building Safety Act / Compartmentation Surveys / Fire Safety