Fire Engineer - Fire Safety Job in East Central London, London - 35,000 - 60,000

Hybrid working, bonus scheme, strong progression, and diverse project portfolio

Job Summary

Fire Engineer Job East Central London presents an opportunity within the fire safety sector, focused on complex building projects. This role is based in East Central London and covers multiple project stages. You will contribute to fire strategy development, technical reporting, and compliance assurance.

The position supports commercial, residential, and infrastructure developments across the UK. You will work alongside multidisciplinary design teams on high value schemes. The role involves both office based design work and site engagement activities. You will handle fire dynamics analysis, regulatory compliance, and design validation tasks.

This Fire Engineer Job East Central London offers exposure to varied building typologies and technical challenges. You will gain experience across concept design through to construction stages. The position suits candidates seeking progression within fire engineering consultancy environments. Strong technical development and project ownership opportunities are available throughout.

About the Company

This established practice operates within the fire safety and engineering consultancy sector. The organisation delivers strategic advice, design solutions, and risk management services globally. Projects span commercial, residential, healthcare, and transport sectors. The team collaborates closely with architects, consultants, and public sector bodies.

Their approach focuses on embedding fire safety into design from early stages. The organisation supports innovation through technical research and development initiatives. Employees benefit from structured development and professional growth pathways. The company maintains a collaborative and knowledge driven working environment. Hunter Dunning supports recruitment for this opportunity with full confidentiality.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium sized fire engineering projects with structured support from senior project management teams
• Facilitate design workshops and technical meetings to develop compliant and efficient fire safety solutions
• Prepare detailed fire strategies and retrospective assessments for existing and new developments
• Produce technical fire engineering reports that support regulatory approvals and design validation processes
• Review subcontractor technical submissions to ensure alignment with project fire safety objectives and standards
• Manage technical queries from clients and design teams across multiple concurrent project assignments
• Contribute to fire dynamics analysis covering smoke movement, heat transfer, and occupant safety considerations
• Attend site inspections to observe construction compliance and support practical implementation of fire strategies

Skills & Experience Required

• Engineering Council accredited BEng Hons or equivalent qualification within fire engineering or related discipline
• Minimum Associate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers or working towards chartered status
• Proven experience delivering fire engineering solutions across UK based construction projects and developments
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, building regulations, and recognised design guidance documents
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy under strict deadlines
• Competence in technical reporting, analysis tools, and fire modelling methodologies used within consultancy environments
• Strong communication skills to engage with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams effectively
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for site visits and project related travel requirements

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range of 35,000 to 60,000 depending on experience and level of responsibility
• Bonus scheme linked to performance and chartership achievement milestones
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with option to purchase additional leave
• Hybrid working arrangement with two to three days remote working each week
• Pension scheme with employer contribution set at six percent
• Private healthcare package and additional wellbeing support benefits
• Electric vehicle scheme and mileage reimbursement at 45 pence per mile

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role suits a Fire Engineer seeking structured career progression within a consultancy setting. It is ideal for candidates with strong technical foundations and UK regulatory knowledge. Individuals who enjoy working across varied project sectors will benefit from this position. The role supports those aiming for chartership and professional development growth. Candidates should be comfortable balancing design work with client interaction responsibilities.

It also suits professionals who prefer hybrid working arrangements with flexibility. Strong organisational skills are important due to multiple project demands. This Fire Engineer Job East Central London is suited to individuals motivated by technical excellence and long term career advancement.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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