Fire Safety Engineer
Location: Somerset
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months+
Rate: £600 – £640 per day (Inside IR35)
About the Opportunity
Spencer Ogden are supporting a major UK infrastructure project in the recruitment of an experienced Fire Safety Engineer to join a high-performing site-based safety team.
This is a critical role within a complex, multi-contractor construction environment, providing specialist fire safety engineering expertise during the construction and commissioning phases.
The Role
The Fire Safety Engineer will report to the Head of Site Environment, Fire Safety, Radiation Protection & Harbours and will be responsible for developing and implementing fire safety strategy, standards, and guidance across the project.
Key responsibilities include:
Determining and documenting construction fire safety strategies
Developing project-specific fire safety standards and management systems
Recommending and reviewing temporary fire safety solutions, including:
Temporary compartmentation
Smoke control systems
Fire barriers
Fire water supplies
Fire detection and alarm systems
Reviewing contractor submissions as an informed client
Advising Construction Leads and Project Managers on fire engineering strategy
Supporting building fire engineering strategy development
Leading or supporting fire incident investigations, including fire scene investigations
Liaising with Regulators and Local Fire Authorities to ensure compliance
Promoting a positive fire safety culture across a large contractor workforce
Supporting continual improvement of fire safety arrangements and systems
Experience & Qualifications
Essential:
Demonstrable experience in fire safety within complex, multi-interface construction environments
Strong understanding of UK fire safety legislation, standards and the ALARP principle
Knowledge of BS 5839, BS 5266 and BS 9999
Working knowledge of construction fire safety management
Understanding of process fire risk during construction and commissioning
Awareness of DSEAR implications
Strong report writing and communication skills
Ability to analyse complex fire safety challenges and implement practical solutions
Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent fire safety qualifications and experience)
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. Institute of Fire Engineers)
Desirable:
Regulatory enforcement experience
Why Apply?
Long-term contract on a nationally significant infrastructure programme
High-impact role within a complex, large-scale construction environment
Competitive inside IR35 day rate
Opportunity to influence fire safety strategy at project level
If you are an experienced Fire Safety Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity, please apply with your CV outlining your relevant experience.
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