Senior Fire Engineer

Senior Fire Engineer Job in Sunderland, Tyne & Wear\\n\\nSenior Fire Engineer job with an established fire engineering consultancy based in Sunderland. The role offers a salary of £50,000 – £55,000 + 4.5-day week + private healthcare + professional development.\\n\\nThe company has a strong reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality fire safety solutions across a wide range of UK projects, including hospitals, industrial facilities, heritage buildings, and specialist sectors. With a collaborative, close-knit team and a scenic beachfront office, this is an exciting opportunity to lead projects and play a key role in shaping the future of a professional and supportive fire engineering team.\\n\\nRole & Responsibilities\\n\\nLead and manage large or complex fire engineering projects, taking full ownership of deliverables\\nProvide technical expertise on fire safety strategies, performance-based designs, and complex problem-solving\\nReview and approve technical submissions from subcontractors and consultants\\nLead design team meetings, workshops, and client presentations\\nMentor and support junior and mid-level engineers, fostering their professional development\\nRepresent the consultancy with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and at project meetings\\nKeep up to date with UK legislation, guidance, and industry best practices, ensuring projects meet the highest standards.\\n\\nRequired Skills & Experience\\n\\nDegree qualified in Fire Engineering (BEng/BSc/MSc) and Chartered (or near completion)\\nExtensive experience delivering fire engineering solutions for UK projects\\nStrong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, guidance, and design standards\\nProven experience managing multiple projects and teams concurrently\\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\\nUK driving licence preferred but not essential\\nApplicants must have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available for this position.\\n\\nWhat you get back\\n\\nSalary £50,000 – £55,000 per annum\\n4.5-day working week (Friday afternoons off)\\n28 days annual leave (including public holidays) with option to purchase up to 5 additional days\\nPaid leave over Christmas and New Year\\nPrivate healthcare and access to a 24hr GP and counsellor\\nPaid professional memberships (e.g., IFE, IFSM)\\nCycle to work scheme and potential green car scheme\\nCompany laptop, mobile phone, and IT equipment\\nOpportunity to work in a supportive, relaxed office with a close-knit team and scenic beachfront location.\\n\\nApply\\n\\nIf you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio.