Fire Damper Engineer

Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will inspect and test fire dampers across commercial and residential sites to ensure compliance with standards. You will work with a growing West Midlands team to deliver reliable service, manage remedial works, and document findings for clients. The position offers long-term stability, ongoing training, and opportunities for progression within a expanding company. You’ll join a safety-conscious environment with flexible day and twilight shifts and potential overnight stays to support client needs.

Pay / Benefits

  • Salary 32,000-36,000 per annum
  • Company vehicle and fuel card
  • Door-to-door pay
  • 8-hour working days
  • 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Overnight stay payment

Responsibilities

  • Test and inspect fire dampers on commercial and residential sites
  • Perform routine damper inspections in line with relevant standards
  • Identify defects and carry out remedial works as needed
  • Complete accurate service reports documenting inspection findings
  • Visit multiple client sites across West Midlands and surrounding areas
  • Maintain professional service while upholding health and safety standards
  • Be flexible to work both day and twilight shifts when required

Key requirements

  • Previous experience as a Fire Damper Engineer or similar role
  • Strong knowledge of fire damper testing, inspection and remedial works
  • Ideally knowledge of or qualification related to BS 9999:2017
  • Good understanding of health and safety requirements
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Willingness to stay away from home when required
  • Flexibility to work day and twilight shifts
  • Professional conduct
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Flexible and reliable
  • Fire damper testing and inspection
  • Remedial works planning and execution
  • BS 9999:2017 knowledge (desirable)

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Posted: October 1st, 2026