Job Title: Fire Door Surveyor.
Location: Bedford Office (with regular travel to London and other regions in the UK)
Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: from £25,000 (depending on experience) + Training & Benefits

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Fire Door Surveyor to join our team in Bedford. The successful candidate will be based at our Bedford office but will be required to travel regularly to London, as well as to other regions in the UK when necessary.

As a Fire Door Surveyor, you will be responsible for conducting inspections and writing reports of fire doors in a variety of residential buildings to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations. Your work will directly contribute to building safety and help safeguard lives by identifying risks and recommending corrective actions. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure you gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this essential role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough inspections of fire doors in various types of buildings to assess functionality, condition, and compliance with safety standards.
• Identify and document any defects, wear, or compliance issues related to fire doors and hardware.
• Prepare accurate reports detailing the condition of fire doors, including recommendations for repairs or replacements.
• Liaise with clients and communicate findings in a clear, professional manner.
• Stay up-to-date with current fire safety regulations and standards.

Training and Development:

• Full training will be provided to support the candidate in achieving the competence required to carry out accurate fire door inspections.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced consultants, gaining hands-on experience in fire safety consultancy.
• Continuous professional development opportunities to expand expertise in fire safety.

Essential Requirements:

• Ability to write professional documents and reports is essential.
• Willingness to travel regularly to London and occasionally to other regions in the UK.
• Flexibility in working hours is essential, as site visits and client needs may vary.
• Strong interest in fire safety.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet required deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude towards learning.
• Self-driven, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• Prior experience or educational background in carpentry, fire safety, or a related field is a plus but not essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and travel expenses covered (to sites).
• Comprehensive training and support to achieve professional qualifications.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy firm.
• Supportive team environment.
• Company phone and site equipment
• BUPA healthcare (after 1 year employment)
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Professional membership fees covered.
• Company pension scheme

About Us:
We are a growing bespoke consultancy offering comprehensive health, safety, fire, and project management services to residential clients, with a focus on supporting High-Rise Residential Buildings. We specialize in ensuring the safety and compliance of purpose-built blocks of flats, providing a high standard of support and expertise to our clients.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and gain in-depth knowledge of fire safety and building safety standards.

Please note : If you do not heard from us within four weeks, please assume that your application has not been successful. However, we would like to thank you for your interest.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £25,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free or subsidised travel
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bedford MK40 2QG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 2 years (required)
• Microsoft Word: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (required)

Work Location: In person