Fire Compartmentation & Fire Door Surveyor

Job title: Fire Compartmentation & Fire Door Surveyor

Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Salary Range: £40-50,000 + Car Allowance
Location: East Midlands
Working Arrangements: Field-based
Hours of work: Full-time

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Fire Compartmentation & Fire Door Surveyor to join the surveying division. You will be responsible for undertaking detailed compartmentation and fire door surveys and inspections across a range of building types and sectors.

Working closely with clients, site representatives, colleagues and wider passive fire protection teams, you will identify deficiencies, defects and areas of non-compliance, accurately record survey findings and produce comprehensive, professional reports with clear recommendations for remedial action.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed compartmentation and fire door surveys and inspections across a range of building types and sectors.
• Identify deficiencies, defects and areas of non-compliance relating to passive fire protection measures.
• Inspect compartment walls, floors, service penetrations, fire stopping and associated passive fire protection measures.
• Assess fire doors and associated components, including frames, ironmongery, seals, glazing and general condition.
• Record survey findings accurately, clearly and consistently.
• Produce comprehensive, professional and high-quality survey reports for clients.
• Provide clear descriptions of identified defects and recommended remedial actions.
• Take and accurately record photographs and supporting evidence during surveys.
• Ensure survey information is recorded in accordance with company procedures and client requirements.
• Use appropriate surveying and reporting software, including OneTrace, where applicable.
• Manage allocated surveys and ensure reports are completed within agreed timescales.
• Liaise professionally with clients, site representatives and other stakeholders during survey activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business, including operational and passive fire protection teams.
• Maintain a strong understanding of relevant legislation, guidance, standards and industry best practice relating to fire compartmentation and fire doors.
• Ensure all work is undertaken safely and in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
• Assist with the continued development and improvement of the company's surveying systems, processes and reporting standards.
• Represent the company professionally at all times when attending client sites.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate must have:

• Demonstrable hands-on experience of undertaking compartmentation and/or fire door surveys.
• Strong knowledge of passive fire protection principles and the ability to identify defects, deficiencies and areas of non-compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately record survey findings and supporting evidence.
• The ability to produce clear, accurate and professional technical survey reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites.

The following would be advantageous:

• Experience of using OneTrace surveying and reporting software.
• Relevant qualifications, including IFE Level 2/3 and/or the FDIS Diploma in Fire Doors.
• Knowledge of relevant fire safety legislation, standards, guidance and industry best practice.
• Experience of surveying a variety of property types, including residential, commercial, healthcare, education and public sector buildings.
• Experience working within passive fire protection, fire safety or building compliance.
• Knowledge of fire stopping, compartmentation and fire door inspection requirements.
• Experience producing technical survey reports and remedial recommendations.
• Experience working with clients and other stakeholders within occupied and operational buildings.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and contributing to the ongoing development of the surveying division.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing surveying division and play a key role in delivering high-quality fire safety and passive fire protection surveys across a diverse range of properties and sectors.

You will work alongside experienced surveying, operational and passive fire protection teams, with opportunities to develop your technical knowledge, surveying skills and professional expertise.

The role provides an opportunity to contribute to the continued development and improvement of the company's surveying systems, processes and reporting standards, while supporting clients in maintaining safe and compliant buildings.

Ready to Apply?

If you are an experienced Fire Compartmentation & Fire Door Surveyor with a background in passive fire protection, compartmentation or fire door surveying, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and play a key role in delivering accurate, high-quality fire safety surveys and supporting clients in maintaining safe and compliant buildings.

Interested in this position? Please click "Apply Now".

We try to respond to all applicants; however, due to high application volumes this is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Company Information

This permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a wide range of clients, from major global organisations to innovative SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is built on credibility, honesty and long-term relationships.

Rullion specialises in delivering talent consultancy solutions across multiple sectors and is committed to championing diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.