Kinetic plc
Fire Damper Technician
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Fire Damper Technician
Fire Damper Technician (Permanent) – Gateshead, North East
About the Role
A growing business is seeking an experienced Fire Damper Technician to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with expertise in fire damper inspection, testing, maintenance, remedial work, and replacement.
Success in this role will lead to a permanent employment offer following a qualifying period.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £18.00 – £25.00 per hour (PAYE only), based on experience
- Hours: Monday to Friday (start between 07:00–07:30)
- Opportunity: Temporary → permanent role
- Training & Development: Ongoing support
- Variety: Work across commercial and industrial sites
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will handle:
- Fire damper inspections and drop testing
- Identifying defective or non-compliant dampers
- Completing detailed compliance reports and documentation
- Conducting remedial works (e.g., repairs, component replacements)
- Replacing fire dampers as required
- Ensuring health and safety compliance in all work
- Professional liaison with clients and site teams
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Candidate Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
- Hands-on experience with fire dampers and HVAC systems
- Proven expertise in fire damper inspections and drop testing
- Strong understanding of fire safety regulations and compliance standards
- Ability to produce accurate, detailed reports and record-keeping
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
Preferred Qualifications & Certifications
- CSCS Card (advantageous)
- Relevant fire damper inspection/testing qualifications (desirable)
- PASMA and IPAF experience (beneficial)
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Additional Travel & Work Requirements
✔ Willingness to travel across the UK for site assignments ✔ Flexibility to work away from home on occasion ✔ Occasional out-of-hours/weekend work may be required to meet client demands
About Kinetic plc
Kinetic plc is a 40-year-old recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering, manufacturing, and technical sector solutions.
- Confidential applications: All submissions are reviewed securely.
- Future opportunities: Candidates not matching the role today may be considered for future positions.
Apply now if you’re a skilled Fire Damper Technician seeking long-term growth in an established team!
Contact: 📞 Tel: 0191 482 3777 ✉ Email: daniel.corrigan@kinetic-plc.co.uk Job Reference: 972573 Location: Gateshead, North East
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