Associate Fire Engineer

United Kingdom

 Job Title: Associate Fire Engineer.

 Location: United Kingdom (UK).

 Department: Fire Engineering / Fire Safety.

 Reports To: UK Director of Fire Safety.

 Since starting our journey in 2016, we have built the UK’s leading property compliance solution, providing powerful risk management to organisations within property portfolios. But it’s more than just compliance. We are setting a new industry standard. Our SaaS solution simplifies the end-to-end compliance lifecycle from scheduling and digital recordings of buildings, such as fire risk assessments, to managing issues found during inspections and providing a golden thread of data across the process. Our solution takes away client stress of ensuring that their properties are meeting legal requirements and allows them to focus on providing their residents with great service with the assurance that their buildings are safe.

 About the Team

At Riskhub, we're a passionate and collaborative team united by a shared goal: revolutionising property compliance through innovative technology.  We take immense pride in our achievements, knowing that none of it would be possible without the dedication and talent of our people. Our core values define our work ethic and guide our interactions:

• Clear and passionate communication: we believe in open and honest communication, ensuring everyone is on the same page and excited about our goals.
• Problem-solving attitude: We enjoy solving problems. We work together to challenge the status quo and craft confident solutions.
• Inclusive innovation: Collaboration is key. We value and welcome everyone's ideas, fostering a creative and diverse environment.
• Execution excellence: We're focused on delivering results and turning ideas into reality fast. However, we don’t compromise on quality by cutting unnecessary corners.

If you're a dedicated and ambitious individual who thrives in a collaborative environment, you'll fit right in! We embrace unconventional challenges and encourage out-of-the-box thinking.

About The Role

The Associate Fire Engineer will be responsible for assisting in the design, analysis, and implementation of fire safety systems and strategies for a range of building projects. The role involves providing expertise to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and delivering high-quality engineering solutions to minimise fire risk and enhance safety in buildings.

Fire Safety Design & Analysis:

• Carry out fire safety risk assessment and fire engineering analysis for buildings and infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to the creation of fire strategies, including evacuation plans and fire prevention measures.
• Support in the design and specification of fire safety systems (e.g., fire alarms, sprinklers, emergency lighting).

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure all fire safety solutions meet UK building regulations, fire safety codes, and relevant industry standards.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations for stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
• Advise clients on fire safety matters, providing expert guidance in compliance with legislative requirements.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Work closely with architects, building designers, and other engineering teams to ensure fire safety principles are integrated into all stages of the design, construction and management process.
• Attend project meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address fire engineering concerns.

Site Inspections and Surveys:

• Participate in site inspections, identifying potential fire hazards, and providing solutions for mitigation.
• Assist with the commissioning and testing of fire protection systems.

Client Liaison:

• Build and maintain relationships with clients, providing technical advice and ensuring high levels of service.
• Respond to client queries and offer solutions to fire safety issues.

Technical Development and Mentoring:

• Contribute to the development of junior fire engineers or technical staff.
• Stay up-to-date with industry developments and advancements in fire engineering science, technologies and techniques.

Project Management Support:

• Support in the management of fire safety projects, ensuring timely delivery and within budget.
• Monitor project progress and report on key milestones.

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• A masters degree in Fire Engineering or a closely related discipline is desirable.
• Chartered Engineer status (or currently working towards it) with a relevant body (e.g., the Institution of Fire Engineers - IFE) is desirable.
• Strong understanding of fire safety systems (e.g., fire detection, suppression, and ventilation systems).
• Proficiency in fire engineering software tools (e.g., FDS, Pyrosim, or similar).
• Good knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and fire engineering principles.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in fire engineering or fire safety consultancy.
• Experience in the design and implementation of fire safety systems.
• Familiarity with UK fire safety legislation and standards, including the Building Safety Act 2022, The Fire Safety Act 2021, and British Standards and Guidance (e.g., BS 7974, ADB2, BS 9991, BS 9999, BS 5839, PAS 9980 etc).

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client and team collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• A proactive approach to professional development and learning.
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical capabilities
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven leadership ability with a focus on team development
• Results-driven approach with strong problem-solving abilities
• Resilient under pressure whilst maintaining professional composure
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation

Work location

The role will involve office-based work, as well as site visits to construction projects or existing buildings.  Occasional travel may be required for site inspections and client meetings.

What we offer

The opportunity to make a real impact on a growing and innovative company and to shape your career, team and role going forward.

• Competitive salary, with performance-related bonus and salary revisions
• Comprehensive benefits package (Pension, private healthcare, dental/optical insurance, electric car schemes etc)
• State of the art office in central London

This role provides an exciting opportunity for an ambitious fire engineer to develop their skills further and take on increasing responsibilities in fire safety design and consultancy.

We prioritise diversity and inclusion, recognising the importance of representing our diverse customer base. We strive to attract the best talent and create an environment that supports and includes all individuals.