Ref:
91307
Location:
Swindon
Employment:
Full time
Role Classification:
2

Lead Fire Remedial Engineer (91307)

Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees, have been serving companies and communities across the world. We're the UK’s leading facilities management company. Our clients range from banks to retailers, hospitals to schools, and critical government sites. We make a positive difference to millions of people, every day, and we're very proud of this. Join us and together there's no limit to what we can achieve.

Join Mitie – the future of high‑performing places.

ROLE: Lead Fire Remedial Engineer
LOCATION: Swindon (Mobile)

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day.
We're looking for a Supervisor who will lead and support fire damper, fire stopping, and passive fire protection works across the region, ensuring full compliance, safety, and operational excellence.

Role Responsibilities:

Carry out inspection and testing of fire dampers in accordance with BS 9999.
Install access doors into ventilation systems in line with DW144/145.
Install and repair passive fire stopping in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Install, repair, and replace fire dampers, including ductwork modifications.
Conduct regular inspections of physical plant and implement preventative maintenance activities.
Make recommendations for major repairs and the purchase of required equipment.
Maintain personal tools, equipment, and materials.
Produce written reports and maintain accurate compliance documentation.
Work in compliance with BS 9999, RRO 2005, DW144/145, TR19, and company guidance.
Undertake additional duties to support the Regional Team as required.
Lead the installation and repair of passive fire protection systems in line with FIRAS third‑party certification.
Install fire batts, sealants, collars, wraps, linear joint seals, fire boards, and penetration seals following tested system details (EI60 / EI120).
Supervise operatives to ensure certified, compliant fire stopping works.
Reinstate and maintain fire compartmentation to required fire‑resistance ratings.
Ensure material traceability and correct system use.
Complete and review photographic evidence and installation documentation for audit purposes.
Label and identify fire stopping works in line with certification schemes.
Identify, report, and rectify non‑compliant fire stopping issues.
Liaise with clients, site management, and compliance teams.
Work Monday–Friday with flexibility for overtime and occasional weekend work.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role.

Experience in fire damper inspection and testing to BS 9999 standards.
Knowledge of ventilation system management (TR19).
Experience installing access doors (DW144/145).
Practical passive fire‑stopping experience compliant with the Fire Safety Order 2005.
Competence in ductwork modifications for fire damper installation.
Understanding of UK fire safety legislation and compartmentation principles.
Ability to produce accurate reports and compliance documentation.
Experience working within FIRAS / BM TRADA / FPA or similar certification schemes.
Strong knowledge of the Fire Safety Order 2005 and Approved Document B.
Desirable: Valid CSCS/CITB Card, NVQ Level in Fire Protection/Ductwork/Construction, IPAF/PASMA.
Knowledge of and experience in the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
Valid UK Driving Licence.

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What's in it for you?

Access to a virtual GP for you and your household.
Financial wellbeing support through Salary Finance, including early access to earned pay.
Access to our Choices lifestyle benefits platform (buy extra holidays, dental cover, tech purchases, insurance options and more).
High‑street discounts through MiDeals plus a cycle‑to‑work scheme.
Life cover up to four times your salary, enhanced pension contributions, SAYE scheme, and Mitie Matching Share Plan.
Recognition through Mitie Stars – with monthly prizes and a £10,000 annual top award.
Training and career development opportunities through wide-ranging learning resources.
Be part of a business with 80,000 colleagues supporting major UK sectors from government sites to hospitals and schools.