Job Description
Full Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and driven Fire Safety Trade Manager to oversee and develop our fire safety operations. The role will involve managing site teams, carrying out fire safety inspections and surveys, planning and scheduling works, supporting staff training, and ensuring all works are delivered in line with current legislation and industry standards.
The successful candidate will also be responsible for preparing quotations, helping secure new work, and carrying out or supporting fire risk assessments as part of the wider fire safety service.
Key Responsibilities
Fire Surveys, Inspections and Quality Sign-Off
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Carry out detailed fire door and fire systems surveys and inspections in accordance with current legislation and relevant standards, including BS 8214, BS 9999, and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
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Ensure all installation and remedial works are completed to the required legal, technical, and quality standards.
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Sign off completed works and maintain all associated compliance records and documentation.
Commercial and Quotation Duties
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Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for fire safety surveys, installation works, remedial works, and maintenance services.
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Liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand their requirements and help secure contracts.
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Monitor quotation outcomes and support business development activity.
Scheduling and Operational Planning
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Plan and manage programmes of work to ensure projects are delivered efficiently across multiple sites.
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Coordinate with site teams and clients to minimise disruption and achieve deadlines.
Training and Staff Development
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Deliver ongoing guidance and training to teams to ensure awareness of current fire safety legislation, standards, and best practice.
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Support the development of staff qualifications and certifications in line with company requirements and industry expectations.
Fire Risk Assessments
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Carry out or assist with Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) as part of the overall fire safety strategy.
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Provide advice on remedial actions arising from FRA findings.
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Liaise where necessary with external assessors, consultants, or fire authorities.
Team Leadership and Management
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Recruit, train, and manage onsite Fire Safety Engineer teams covering fire doors, fire systems, fire suppression, surveys, inspections, installation, and maintenance.
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Lead workforce planning to ensure appropriate labour levels are in place for both reactive and planned works.
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Support team performance, development, and continuous improvement.
Essential Requirements
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Proven experience in fire safety, including fire door surveying, installation, or inspection.
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Proven experience in fire systems surveying, installation, or inspection, including areas such as fire alarms and smoke detection systems.
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Strong working knowledge of fire safety regulations, legislation, and industry best practice.
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Previous experience managing and developing fire door teams.
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Ability to prepare accurate quotations and help win client work.
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Strong communication, organisational, and scheduling skills.
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Confident in compliance reporting, documentation, and record keeping.
Desirable Qualifications
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FIRAS, BM TRADA, or equivalent accreditation.
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Fire Risk Assessor qualification such as IFSM, IFE, or equivalent.
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NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Passive Fire Protection or Carpentry.
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Full UK driving licence.
Working Conditions / Package
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Office-based or remote working for quoting, scheduling, and report writing.
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Company van and fuel provided.
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Clear progression opportunities into wider team and trade management.
