Fire Strategy Engineer

Allsaved is a growing fire protection company delivering trusted, practical, fire safety solutions across a wider range of sectors, from utilities to commercial and residential. 

We are expanding our Fire Engineering department as we continue to take on large-scale fire strategy projects, and we are looking for an experienced Fire Engineer to help lead this exciting next phase. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee fire strategy projects through all stages – from concept design through to detailed design, construction and handover

• Develop and review fire safety strategies, risk assessments, and compliance reviews for a variety of building types (commercial, residential, and utilities). Experience of BAFE SP205 auditing 

• Provide expert guidance on UK fire safety legislation, Approved Document B, BS 9999, and other relevant standards.

• Act as technical lead to embed fire safety solutions across all design stages.

• Mentor and support junior and mid-level fire engineers, reviewing technical output and helping to develop their technical and professional skills.

• Contribute to business development, support tender submissions, attend client meetings if and when needed, and help grow client relationships.

• Keep abreast of regulatory changes, best practices, and innovations within the fire engineering industry.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’’ experience in fire engineering, ideally with exposure to a variety of sectors (commercial, residential, utilities, or infrastructure).

• Relevant degree in Fire Engineering, Building Services, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Chartered or working towards Chartered Engineer status (MIFireE or similar).

• Strong understanding of fire engineering design principles, fire strategy development, and fire modelling.

• Experience in AutoCAD and other relevant design/modelling tools such as BlueBeam. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to clients and stakeholders.

• Strong leadership qualities with experience in mentoring or managing others.

Skills and Attributes

• Self-motivated, proactive and confident in leading projects and teams

• Excellent attention to detail and technical accuracy

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work well across disciplines

• Commercial awareness and client-focused approach

• Flexible and adaptable to change in a growing business

• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 25 days.
• Employee performance bonus scheme.
• Westfield Health cash plan.
• Pension scheme.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Support for professional development, including mentorship towards chartership.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline (e.g. Safety and Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Keen interest in pursuing a career in fire engineering.