Senior Fire Engineer

Brandon James LtdLondonreedpublished 09/29/2026
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£60,000 - £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package A well-established and growing fire engineering consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior Fire Engineer to join their team in Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Fire Engineer who wants to work across a varied portfolio of technically challenging projects while benefiting from genuine career progression, a supportive working environment and an impressive benefits package. The Senior Fire Engineer's Role The successful Senior Fire Engineer will provide fire engineering expertise across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, supporting projects from early design through to completion. Typical responsibilities will include: Developing fire strategies and fire engineering solutions

Reviewing architectural and design information

Supporting compliance with Building Regulations and relevant guidance

Undertaking technical reviews and fire safety assessments

Liaising with clients, architects, contractors and approving authorities

Supporting and mentoring junior fire engineers

Contributing to the continued growth of the consultancy

The Senior Fire Engineer The successful Senior Fire Engineer will ideally have: A degree in Fire Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline

Strong experience within a fire engineering consultancy environment

Good knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, Building Regulations and industry guidance

Experience producing fire strategies and technical reports

Excellent client-facing and communication skills

Progress towards, or achievement of, professional membership or Chartered status with a relevant body

In Return? The appointed Senior Fire Engineer will receive a highly competitive package, including: £60,000 - £75,000 salary

Generous annual leave

Private healthcare

Pension contribution

Professional membership fees

Support towards Chartership and continued professional development

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Performance-related incentives

Regular company and team events

Clear progression into senior leadership positions

This position would suit a Senior Fire Engineer looking for greater responsibility, strong project exposure and a consultancy that places real emphasis on rewarding and retaining its people.

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