Trainee Compartmentation Surveyor

Job Description:

Rhino Recruitment are hiring a Trainee Compartmentation Surveyor to join a leading fire protection company based in South Wales.

Job Title: Trainee Compartmentation Surveyor
Location: UK wide
Department: Passive Fire Protection
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: National Minimum Wage + Benefits

Our client is a leading UK provider of fire safety and life protection solutions, specialising in protecting people, buildings, and assets through high-quality fire prevention and compliance services.

They operate to high industry standards, holding ISO 9001 certification and actively working towards ISO 45001 (Health & Safety Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). They are also accredited under recognised BAFE schemes, reflecting their strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Role Summary

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Trainee Compartmentation Surveyor to join a growing passive fire protection team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in fire safety and building compliance.

In this role, you will be trained to support compartmentation surveying work across a variety of sites, helping to ensure buildings meet required fire safety standards.

You will learn how to:

• Carry out detailed surveys of buildings to assess fire compartmentation and identify areas of non-compliance.
• Record and document findings clearly and accurately.
• Work alongside project managers, engineers, and clients to help develop compliant remedial solutions.
• Represent the company professionally on-site and contribute to strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with fire compartmentation surveys across multiple property types.
• Support the installation of passive fire protection systems.
• Learn to interpret and understand site drawings and plans.
• Work in residential, commercial, and care environments, including confined spaces where required.
• Attend site visits, inspections, and project meetings.
• Help maintain performance standards and project targets.
• Promote services to both new and existing clients where appropriate.
• Provide regular updates to the Passive Fire Protection Manager on progress and any potential delays.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of tools, measurements, or practical work.
• Strong team player with good communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Qualifications & Experience (Desirable but not essential)

• GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Any background in construction, carpentry, maintenance, or related trades.
• CSCS card or willingness to obtain one.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance.
• Company events.
• Sick pay.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Employee rewards and discounts scheme (Perkbox).

To Apply:
If you feel you’re a strong fit for this role, please submit your up-to-date CV along with your contact details to: shaun@rhinorecruitment.com