Fire Stopper

Job Specification: Fire Stopper

£30-35K PA
Location: North/East London and surrounding areas

Overview:
Our client, a leading company in the fire security industry, is seeking an experienced and skilled Fire Stopper to join their team.

This role is based in North/East London and surrounding areas, offering an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects.

If you have experience in passive fire protection and are dedicated to maintaining safety standards, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installation of Firestopping Materials: Apply firestopping materials such as batt, mastic, fire seals, and flexible cavity barriers to seal gaps around penetrations in walls, floors, and ceilings.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Accurately read and interpret construction plans to identify areas that require firestopping solutions.
• Adhere to Fire Safety Regulations: Follow building codes and industry standards to ensure all firestopping installations are compliant with fire safety regulations.
• Quality Control: Ensure the correct installation of firestopping materials through thorough inspections, documentation, and adherence to quality standards.
• Problem-Solving: Identify challenges on-site and address unique situations that could affect the effectiveness of firestopping, ensuring that the integrity of fire barriers is maintained.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other construction professionals to address firestopping concerns and communicate potential issues or requirements.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of different firestopping products, their application methods, and limitations.
• Physical Ability: Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and performing manual labor as required on construction sites.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure precise and accurate installation of firestopping materials to maintain fire barrier integrity.
• Communication Skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with site managers, other trades, and construction professionals, ensuring clear communication of any firestopping-related issues

• • NVQ Level 2 in Passive Fire Protection (or equivalent).
  • CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
  • FIRAS (Fire Industry Association Registered Applicator Scheme) certification (preferred).

• Construction sites, working on various building projects including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions and potential hazards associated with construction environments.

• £30-35K Salary based on experience.
• Van and fuel card provided.
• Opportunity for career progression within a growing company.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.