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We are currently recruiting for a talented Fire Engineer to join an Industry leading, multidisciplinary consultancy based in Exeter. Our client is an award-winning multidisciplinary practice that are recognised to be industry leaders that work with a variety of Housing Associations, Local Authorities, Developers, commercial portfolio holders and residential management companies providing Fire Engineering services. Chartered Building Surveyors who are looking for a career path into Fire Engineering are also encouraged to apply, as our client is receptive in their search.

The Practice has been providing Fire Engineering services for a number of years and have a strong desire to further develop their fire engineering team to further support their multidisciplinary offering. The candidate will be relied upon to help promote the practice and continue to develop and maintain client relationships. Limited travel will be expected within our region to fulfil the requirements of the role and the diverse range of work. This role is suitable for an experienced Fire Engineer looking for a change and working in a fast past environment.

Fire Engineer Position Overview

Able to work as part of a team, checking and authorising fire engineering work
prioritising workloads and delivering deadlines
Ability to successfully lead on and manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner
Management of projects from inception to completion
Client facing position - ensuring high standards of technical delivery
Producing Fire engineering reports on design projects for architectural and building services engineering teams
Working with 30+ strong building surveying team undertaking EWS1/FRAEW surveysFire Engineer Position Requirements

Degree in Fire Engineering or a suitable equivalent undergraduate or postgraduate qualification or Chartered Building Surveyor
Strong knowledge of UK legislation, standards and regulations, for example, BS9999, RRFSO, PAS79, PAS7, BS7974 and Building Regulations as well as knowledge of other regulatory regimes
Have experience of undertaking EWS1 survey reports / FRAEW's;
Understanding of the DLUHC guidelines regarding external wall systems along with the Building Regulations, or the ability to learn this very quickly
Experience of undertaking fire risk assessments across a variety of property types ranging from education, residential, healthcare, industrial and commercial;
Experience of fire integrity / compartmentation surveys to identify breaches, proposed remedial repairs through to preparation of specification and design;
Full UK Licence and access to a vehicle for travel Fire Engineer Position Remuneration

Competitive salary (£60,000 - £90,000 DOE)
Support and mentorship from a Chartered Fire Engineer
Payment of relevant Professional Subscription memberships
Excellent hybrid working policy
Private Healthcare
Up to 27 day holiday plus bank holidays with the option of holiday buying or selling
Enhanced pension contributions
Enhanced family friendly benefits
Join a growing consultancy with excellent progression opportunities
Regular and committed training and CPD opportunities
Generous Car Allowance (where applicable)
Excellent enhanced pension scheme
Enhanced sick pay scheme (including long term sickness insurance)
Other company benefits to be discussed at interview stage

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