Smoke Ventilation Designer & Surveyor
Location: East Midlands
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Supportive and professional working environment
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of specialist projects
- Ongoing training and career development
- Pension Scheme
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Medical Cash Plan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 27 days with service
- 8 Bank Holidays
- Additional birthday holiday
- Holiday Buy Scheme
- Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee discounts and perks
Design & Deliver Specialist Smoke Control Solutions
An established, nationwide fire & security and life safety specialist is looking to recruit an experienced Smoke Ventilation Designer & Surveyor to join its growing technical team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced smoke ventilation professional to work on a wide variety of commercial and residential projects, delivering compliant smoke control solutions from initial survey through to detailed design and technical support.
Working within a collaborative technical team, you'll play a key role in ensuring smoke ventilation systems meet the latest legislation, industry standards and client requirements.
The Role
As a Smoke Ventilation Designer & Surveyor, you will be responsible for surveying, designing and supporting the delivery of smoke ventilation and smoke control systems across a range of projects.
You will carry out detailed site surveys, prepare technical documentation, provide specialist advice and ensure all solutions comply with current legislation and industry best practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Design smoke ventilation and smoke control systems
- Carry out detailed site surveys and inspections
- Produce clear and accurate technical reports and documentation
- Ensure designs comply with current legislation, British Standards and industry regulations
- Work closely with clients, contractors and internal teams throughout project delivery
- Provide technical guidance and support from design through to completion
- Review technical information and develop practical, compliant solutions
Requirements
Essential
- Minimum 5 years' experience in smoke ventilation design and/or surveying
- Strong knowledge of:
- BS 7346
- BS 9999
- BS 9991
- BS EN 12101
- BS ISO 21927
- Good understanding of Construction Products Regulations
- Knowledge of smoke control manufacturers and approved systems
- Proven experience delivering compliant smoke ventilation solutions
- Relevant qualification in Engineering, Fire Safety or a related discipline
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Desirable
- Background in Fire Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- Experience reviewing technical drawings and schematics
- Experience preparing or reviewing Cause & Effect documentation
Personal Attributes
- Positive and proactive approach
- Self-motivated and organised
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Able to perform under pressure and manage changing priorities
- Team player with a willingness to learn and develop
- Committed to continuous professional development
Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Supportive and professional working environment
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of specialist projects
- Ongoing training and career development
- Pension Scheme
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Medical Cash Plan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 25 days annual lea