Centurion Fire Safety Solutions Ltd
Senior Fire Engineer
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Senior Fire Engineer
Centurion Fire Safety Solutions Ltd North East England | Hybrid Working
4.5-DAY WEEK | HYBRID WORKING | PRIVATE HEALTHCARE | CHARTERED SUPPORT | CHRISTMAS SHUTDOWN | MAJOR NATIONAL PROJECTS
About Centurion
Centurion Fire Safety Solutions Ltd is a rapidly growing, independent fire engineering and fire safety consultancy delivering high-quality advice across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and complex infrastructure projects throughout the UK. Our clients include NHS Trusts, Tier 1 contractors, major developers, architects, and project managers. We combine the technical capability of a large consultancy with the flexibility, culture, and agility of an independent business.
We recruit for potential as well as experience. Whether you are already Chartered or progressing towards CEng status, you’ll receive the support, autonomy, and opportunities needed to accelerate your career.
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, we are seeking an experienced Senior Fire Engineer to join our team. We are particularly interested in individuals who are Chartered or actively working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and are looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and ambitious consultancy.
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Key Responsibilities
- Produce fire strategies and fire engineering reports across all RIBA stages.
- Provide technical fire safety advice to clients and design teams.
- Undertake plan reviews and compliance assessments.
- Attend client and design team meetings.
- Liaise with architects, contractors, and approving authorities.
- Support and mentor graduate and junior engineers.
- Assist with peer reviews and quality assurance processes.
- Manage project delivery and programme requirements.
- Support business development and maintain client relationships.
- Contribute towards continual improvement and technical excellence.
About You
Must-Have Qualifications & Experience
- Degree qualified in Fire Engineering or a related discipline.
- Demonstrable experience within a fire engineering consultancy.
- Excellent knowledge of:
- Approved Document B
- BS 9991
- BS 9999
- Other wider fire safety legislation and guidance.
- Strong report writing and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake occasional site visits.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards chartership.
- Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or equivalent professional body.
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary with annual reviews.
- 4.5-day working week (full-time salary and benefits).
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements and genuine work-life balance.
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Christmas office shutdown in addition to annual leave.
- Private healthcare insurance, including private GP access.
- Employer pension contribution with salary sacrifice options.
- Annual discretionary performance bonus.
- Payment of professional memberships and accreditation fees.
- Structured CPD programme and Chartered Engineer mentoring.
- Paid training, external courses, and professional study leave.
- Modern IT equipment and home-working setup.
- Company mobile phone and related equipment.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.
- Annual team events and social activities.
- Genuine opportunities for progression into Principal and Associate-level positions.
- Exposure to major national projects and direct access to senior leadership.
How to Apply Please submit your CV together with a short covering statement outlining your experience, qualifications, and career aspirations.
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