Fire Stopper Engineer

Fire Stopper Engineer - London

FAFS Fire & Security specialises in designing, installing, commissioning and servicing automatic Fire Detection, Protection and Alarm Systems in and around Greater London.

We are currently looking for a passive fire specialist to take on an exciting role within the department. You will be joining the fire‑stopping section of our passive fire department. You will be supporting the department manager in surveying, quoting, and installation of fire stopping products across our existing client base in and around London and the South East.

• Work closely with your manager and support the fire stopping team to meet customer expectations, championing good quality communication with customers and colleagues.
• Attend meetings with clients onsite and on Teams as required.
• Surveying domestic and commercial premises, identifying compartment breaches in the compartment lines, in conjunction with floor plans and fire strategy drawings.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with other fitters, management and account managers to ensure all projects are carried out to exceed customers' expectations.
• Stock control and material ordering for live and upcoming projects.
• Retrieve project phone and email messages and respond promptly and proactively to both external customer and internal customer/colleague’s requests.
• To maintain a strong understanding of BS EN 1366-3:2009, BS EN 1366-4:2006 & EN 13501-2: 2007 A1: 2009, Manufacture global test data and manufacture test sheets.
• To maintain a strong understanding of third‑party UKAS schemes such as IFC, BM‑Trada, Firas, Bluesky and LCPB.
• Delivery of works to sites in accordance with customer & site requirements.
• Keeping management up to date with works progress and any specification or schedule alterations.
• Maintain company and client KPI’s and client SLAs.
• Champion the company's health and safety policies.

FAFS Fire & Security recognise that our exemplary service can only be maintained by compliance to and the surpassing of British and European Standards which can only be effected through the continuous professional development of all team members, therefore, in addition to having all the usual attributes of a great FAFS Fire & Security employee, such as; a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, well presented and professional at all times, ability to work alone and as part of a team, for this specific opportunity we are looking for candidates who also offer:

• A driven and enthusiastic attitude.
• You relish in a challenging environment, you can work under pressure and work well in a team environment or on your own.
• You are comfortable in dialogue with clients and subcontractors and must have a good understanding of third‑party accreditation requirements in this field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of passive fire protection systems and products such as Rockwool, Nullifire, Fire Fly and Quelfire are essential as the role will include both installation and administration.

At FAFS Fire & Security we recognise the importance of fairly rewarding our employees. We go above and beyond with our remuneration packages that not only meet the needs of a challenging economic climate, but we offer packages, benefits and incentives to support the broader needs of our people making their everyday lives and futures more comfortable.

• Competitive salary, subject to experience
• Fully equipped company vehicle
• Royal London Pension
• Life Assurance 4x Salary
• 22 days Paid Holidays plus Bank Holidays
• Additional holiday day for each full year of completed service (up to 25 days)
• Paid Candidate Referral Scheme – up to £1,000 per referral, unlimited referrals.
• Mental Health & Well‑being Scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Development and progression opportunities

We are a small, regionally focused business which gifts our clients a bespoke and reactive service with undivided attention & dedication. However, we have the luxury and benefit of being part of a wider group of businesses within the Fire Protection, Security & Building Management Systems industry,…