Fire Safety Engineer
| Posting date: | 05 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 October 2025 |
| Location: | London, London, London |
| Company: | CBW Staffing Solutions Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57789846 |
Summary
Fire Safety Engineer Location: London
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum + Benefits
Hours: 37.5 per week (09:00 – 17:30, Monday to Friday)
Hybrid Working: 3 days office / 2 days home
Company Overview CBW are working with a leading consultancy that is seeking a Fire Safety Engineer to join its expanding Fire Engineering division. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer with a few years’ experience to develop their career, working on a diverse range of projects with structured mentoring and support from Senior Engineers.
Role Purpose
- Deliver high-quality fire engineering services across multiple sectors.
- Support project delivery from early design stages through to completion.
- Gain experience in a client-facing role while developing technical and project management skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of fire safety strategies and associated mark-ups for buildings and infrastructure projects.
- Carry out site visits during construction phases, providing advisory support.
- Prepare reports, including external wall system assessments.
- Undertake technical analysis such as CFD and evacuation modelling using software (e.g. FDS/PyroSim, Pathfinder).
- Contribute to third-party reviews and design verification.
- Apply knowledge of legislation and guidance including ADB, BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 7974.
- Support senior staff in preparing fee proposals and maintaining client relationships.
- Work collaboratively within the fire engineering team and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Accurately record project time and assist with invoicing processes.
- Take part in CPD activities to develop technical knowledge and industry awareness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, or related discipline).
- Postgraduate fire engineering qualification (Certificate, Diploma or Master’s).
- Working towards full membership of the IFE (Institution of Fire Engineers).
- 2+ years’ experience in fire safety engineering (desirable).
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Self-motivated, organised and detail-focused.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet changing client needs.
Desirable:
- Experience using FDS/PyroSim, Pathfinder, or other modelling tools.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam.
Package
- £40,000 - £55,000 per annum (subject to experience & qualifications)
- Hybrid working (3 office / 2 home)
- 37.5 hours per week (no weekends, no on-call)
- Additional company benefits
Apply now to join a forward-thinking fire engineering consultancy, where you’ll work on exciting projects while receiving structured support to progress towards Senior Engineer level.
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum + Benefits
Hours: 37.5 per week (09:00 – 17:30, Monday to Friday)
Hybrid Working: 3 days office / 2 days home
Company Overview CBW are working with a leading consultancy that is seeking a Fire Safety Engineer to join its expanding Fire Engineering division. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer with a few years’ experience to develop their career, working on a diverse range of projects with structured mentoring and support from Senior Engineers.
Role Purpose
- Deliver high-quality fire engineering services across multiple sectors.
- Support project delivery from early design stages through to completion.
- Gain experience in a client-facing role while developing technical and project management skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of fire safety strategies and associated mark-ups for buildings and infrastructure projects.
- Carry out site visits during construction phases, providing advisory support.
- Prepare reports, including external wall system assessments.
- Undertake technical analysis such as CFD and evacuation modelling using software (e.g. FDS/PyroSim, Pathfinder).
- Contribute to third-party reviews and design verification.
- Apply knowledge of legislation and guidance including ADB, BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 7974.
- Support senior staff in preparing fee proposals and maintaining client relationships.
- Work collaboratively within the fire engineering team and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Accurately record project time and assist with invoicing processes.
- Take part in CPD activities to develop technical knowledge and industry awareness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, or related discipline).
- Postgraduate fire engineering qualification (Certificate, Diploma or Master’s).
- Working towards full membership of the IFE (Institution of Fire Engineers).
- 2+ years’ experience in fire safety engineering (desirable).
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Self-motivated, organised and detail-focused.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet changing client needs.
Desirable:
- Experience using FDS/PyroSim, Pathfinder, or other modelling tools.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam.
Package
- £40,000 - £55,000 per annum (subject to experience & qualifications)
- Hybrid working (3 office / 2 home)
- 37.5 hours per week (no weekends, no on-call)
- Additional company benefits
Apply now to join a forward-thinking fire engineering consultancy, where you’ll work on exciting projects while receiving structured support to progress towards Senior Engineer level.