Fire Engineer
Station Commander/Professional 1A - £53,460 - £55,494
West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) is the second largest metropolitan fire service in the UK. Our purpose, Making the West Midlands Safer, underpins everything we do, and we are committed to continually improving and striving for excellence across all areas of our work.
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our specialist Fire Engineering Team within the Protection Department. The team delivers all fire engineering and Primary Authority Scheme (PAS) related work on behalf of WMFS. This includes the assessment of fire‑engineered design solutions as part of the Building Regulations consultation process for major and complex developments across the West Midlands, as well as supporting partner organisations through the PAS.
The Role
The successful candidates will have attained a level 6 Fire Engineering Degree and have experience in evaluating fire‑engineered solutions within the built environment or are currently undertaking the graduate Fire Engineering Degree.
We currently have one permanent vacancy in the team. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with strong communication skills, who can build and maintain effective working relationships with internal colleagues, external authorities, and third‑party professionals.
Applications are welcome from both Grey Book and Green Book staff. Successful Grey Book applicants will remain on Grey Book terms and conditions but will be paid on Green Book pay. Where appropriate, Grey Book candidates will be supported in developing towards competence in EFSM Level 2.
Eligibility
Eligible candidates will have attained a level 6 Fire Engineering Degree or are currently undertaking under graduate Fire Engineering Degree.
Application
To apply, please complete the attached application, no later than 23:59 on Sunday 14 June 2026
All candidates must provide confirmation from their line manager of their eligibility, including sign off of competence against the Station Commander role map.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
West Midlands Fire Service welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As women and people from ethnic minority backgrounds are currently under‑represented within the organisation, we particularly encourage applications from candidates within these groups.
Additional Information
This role is subject to a Basic DBS check.
WMFS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Internal applicants must obtain approval from their line manager or section head, confirming competence at their current level and suitability for the role.
Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 14 June 2026
Fire Engineering Analysis exercise and Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 22nd June 2026
