Job Title: General Manager / Site Manager – Fire Safety & Passive Fire
Location: Office based in Greater Manchester, visiting sites mainly in the North West (with some nationwide travel)
Salary: £41,000 per annum & Company Van
Overview
We are currently seeking an experienced General Manager to support our growing fire safety and passive fire protection operations. This is a hands-on, site-focused role, overseeing multiple live projects and regularly visiting operatives on site to ensure works are completed safely, compliantly, and to a high standard.
This role is focused on site presence, operative support, and operational oversight across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities
Site-Based Responsibilities
- Oversee and visit multiple live sites, primarily across the North West, with some national coverage as required
- Conduct regular site visits to support and supervise operatives
- Ensure works are delivered in line with fire safety and passive fire regulations
- Monitor quality, progress, and compliance on site
- Act as a point of contact for operatives regarding day-to-day site matters
Project Types
- Commercial offices
- Schools and education settings
- Residential properties
- Fire safety and passive fire protection works
Office-Based Responsibilities
- Assist with operative details
- Review and interpret drawings
- Support with surveys and site documentation
- Feed back site information to management as needed
Team & Structure
- You will be joining an existing management function
- There are currently three managers carrying out similar responsibilities, who are stretched due to workload
- This role is being introduced to strengthen on-site management and support
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in fire safety and passive fire protection
- Strong understanding of passive fire systems so you can confidently assess and support site works
- Background in site management/General Manager or a similar operational role
- Comfortable travelling between multiple sites
- Strong communication and people management skills
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities