Based: Head office in Richmond-upon-Thames, flexible working, expectation of travel.

Job description

Trigon Fire Safety is an independent Fire Safety Engineering Consultancy specialising in solving unique fire safety challenges for all building types and uses.

We are looking for a Surveyor / Site Fire Safety Engineer who will provide support to our lead fire safety engineers (Directors, Associates and Senior Engineers) in the review and survey of fire safety provisions within the built environment.

This is a newly created role due to growth, making it an exciting time to join and develop with us.

The role

As a Surveyor / Site Fire Safety Engineer you will be part of a team providing the highest quality advice whilst ensuring life safety is always our priority. Typical day-to-day tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Support Chartered Engineers in the on-site delivery of fire safety strategies for a variety of different buildings and sectors.

• Review architectural drawings and sketches.

• Undertake on-site surveys of fire safety precautions, either of buildings during construction or retrospectively of existing premises.

• Support Expert Witness matters through undertaking site inspections, considering defect identification and potential causation.

• Write technical notes and prepare reports of the site surveys.

• Attend site visits and inspections with support from senior fire engineers.

• Assist with the preparation and development of fee proposals.

• Communicate with clients and design team members in the form of phone calls, emails and meetings.

• Manage your own time and workload planning.

• Understand and follow Quality, Health and Safety and Environmental policies and procedures.

• Consult statutory guidance documents, supporting British Standards and Codes of Practice.

• Consult fire protection system manufacturers installation information and supporting fire test evidence.

• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism at all levels.

• Key contact for multiple clients.

Qualifications and experience

As a minimum you will be expected to have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Building Surveying or equivalent qualifications.

• At least 5 years demonstrable experience undertaking surveys of fire safety provisions.

• Relevant qualifications in passive fire protection inspection such as NEBOSH Fire Certificate or equivalent.

Desired personal attributes

We expect our Surveyor / Site Fire Safety Engineer to be:

Safety focused – Ensuring and promoting fire safety is at the heart of what we do and is our primary priority. We achieve this by fostering high levels of competence throughout Trigon.

Passionate – We love what we do! We are passionate about Fire Safety and the role that Engineering plays. Our team have a genuine desire for new and challenging experiences. Our engineers are self-motivated and committed individuals.

Curious – We challenge the status quo and continually reassess how we do things. We value people who are inquisitive, they want to understand our approaches but are not afraid to suggest different avenues.

Accountable – We wholeheartedly take responsibility for the role we play. We are a community of proactive self-starters and look for individuals who can use their initiative and drive on a daily basis.

Flexible mindset – We see change as an opportunity to grow. Being adaptable and recognising the importance of flexibility to add value in a constantly evolving company is vital for us.

Genuine and respectful - We work hard to be courteous and considerate to our peers and everyone we encounter. We seek out people who bring energy to a team, not drain it. We have a down-to-earth and personable culture.

Collaborative – A team-player, with a constant focus on working together to achieve the goal.

Strong Communication – We communicate internally and externally in many different ways. We strive to communicate in a clear and logical way.

Dependable and responsive – We expect all our engineers to strive to exceed client and internal expectations and meet deadlines. We should be customer focused providing a high service. However, this must never impact on the quality of our work and the high standards of fire safety expected.

Training and development

We are committed to investing in your future by helping you develop the skills and professional qualities that will serve you to grow into a highly experienced competent Surveyor / Site Fire Safety Engineer.

Once you have successfully passed your probation period a formal training plan will be put in place to give you the opportunity to thrive in your role and make the most of your abilities. Depending on performance and where you would like to take your career, you could be promoted to Senior Surveyor / Site Fire Safety Engineer.

You should be aware of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) professional engineering requirements and be registered as a member of a professional institution such as the IFE, RICS or CABE.

In line with Engineering Council UK guidance, you are expected to carry out a minimum of 25 hours of continual professional development per year, however, you are encouraged to exceed this and seek out personal development opportunities.

Competitive Salary + Benefits: See our benefits page for more information.

Contact

If this exciting new role with a leading fire safety engineering consultancy is for you, please get in touch with us:

james@trigonfire.com

Please include your CV and a covering letter. Thank you.

Trigon focuses on clients, collaborators, end users and being an outstanding employer.

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree

Job Description: Senior Fire Engineer

Competitive Salary + Benefits: See our benefits page for more information.

Job Description

We are looking for an individual that aspires to become a senior fire engineer who has a passion for buildings, problem solving and a commitment to quality.

This is a newly created role due to growth, making it an exciting time to join and develop with us.

Your development is an important part of our business culture, you will have the chance to progress, learn, and be mentored by a Chartered Engineer and work closely with the directors.

The Role

As a senior fire engineer, you will be part of a team inspired to make a difference.

You will be responsible for leading and managing successful project delivery including developing fire safety strategies, reports, technical notes, letters, sketches and all the necessary supporting calculations, using the latest computer modelling software.

You will have the opportunity to undertake and apply calculations for smoke and temperature spread, as well as more complex smoke and evacuation modelling (hand calculations, zone modelling, CFD simulations), detailed fire dynamics and structural assessments.

You will review building designs and design elements to assess compliance whilst also designing fire solutions as part of the overall design team, alongside the client, architect and Statutory Authorities.

You will have a client facing role, including attending meetings with clients, design teams and Statutory Authorities.

You will use your knowledge of fire engineering, regulations and guidance and project specific objectives to support projects in a variety of sectors.

You will lead and train junior members of the fire team and support the management in strategic development of the business.

Qualifications and attributes

You will be expected to:

1. Be educated to a degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.

2. Have achieved or are close to achieving Chartered Engineer

3. Participate in engineering training (both internal and external) to meet with CPD requirements.

4. Contribute to a positive team culture.

5. Carry out a mentoring and training role for junior engineers within the team.

6. Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team on multiple projects with other professionals.

7. Have an aptitude for problem solving.

8. Have excellent grammar and use of the English language.

Trigon focuses on clients, collaborators, end users and being an outstanding employer.

Education: PhD or equivalent in a scientific field plus Master’s degree or higher in an engineering discipline.

Job Description: Fire Engineer (Research)

Competitive Salary + Benefits: See our benefits page for more information.

Job Description

We are looking for an individual that aspires to work at the intersection between fire engineering consultancy and applied scientific research.

This is a newly created role, making it an exciting time to join us and drive the business forward. Your development is an important part of our business culture, you will have the chance to develop, learn, and grow as both a fire safety engineer and a researcher. You will be mentored by a Chartered Engineer and work closely with other Chartered Engineers, and also work closely with, and be supported by, Trigon’s Research Lead.

Trigon’s research topics aim to improve our existing systems of work, address new fire safety challenges and technologies, create links between academia and industry, and identify how fire safety engineering could change to support a more sustainable construction industry. One of the research goals is to support wider community and share findings with wider industry.

The Role

Trigon is offering a unique position combining the challenge of fire engineering consultancy with the creativity and rigour of scientific research. As a Fire Engineer (Research) you will be expected to spend 60% of your time on fire safety engineering consultancy projects and 40% of your time on research projects.

As a Fire Engineer, you will:

Be responsible for developing fire safety strategies, reports, technical notes, letters, sketches and all the necessary supporting calculations, using the latest computer modelling software.

Have the opportunity to undertake calculations for smoke and temperature spread, as well as more complex smoke and evacuation modelling (hand calculations, zone modelling, CFD simulations), detailed fire dynamics and structural assessments.

Review building designs and design elements to assess compliance whilst also designing fire solutions as part of the overall design team, alongside the client, architect and Statutory Authorities.

Have a client facing role, including attending meetings with clients, design teams and Statutory Authorities.

Use your knowledge of fire engineering and Building Regulations to support projects in a variety of sectors.

As a researcher, you will:

Be responsible for proposing, planning, and carrying out research projects.

Work closely with Trigon’s Research Lead to guide the company’s research vision.

Prepare publications for a diverse range of audiences, including internal notes, client research, technical magazines, and scientific journals.

Support other engineers and students to carry out research activities.

Have the opportunity to present to other engineers and wider industry, both in technical CPDs or even at international conferences.

Have the opportunity to shape and develop your role to provide the most benefit to Trigon and the wider fire safety community.

Qualifications and attributes

You will be expected to:

1. Have a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field, and have published at least one paper in a scientific journal.

2. Have a Master’s degree or higher in an engineering discipline.

3. Manage your own time and workload, including balancing time spent between consulting and research projects.

4. Propose and prepare new research projects and ideas, and create a culture and environment for others to do the same.

5. Search for, read, and critically review technical documents such as industry reports, scientific papers, and legislation – keeping structured notes on these topics.

6. Communicate effectively to a diverse range of audiences in both written and spoken contexts.

7. Seek opportunities to promote research externally, apply for research funding, or collaborate with other researchers.

8. Support students at other institutions, either as an industrial supervisor or through guest presentations / lectures.

9. Participate in engineering training (both internal and external) to meet with CPD requirements.

10. Contribute to a positive team culture.

11. Have the ability to work independently or as part of a team on multiple projects with other professionals.

12. Have an aptitude for problem solving.

13. Have excellent written and spoken English.

Trigon focuses on clients, collaborators, end users and being an outstanding employer.

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree

Job Description: Graduate Fire Engineer

Competitive Salary + Benefits: See our benefits page for more information

Job Description

We are looking for an individual that aspires to become a fire engineer who has a passion for buildings, problem solving and a commitment to quality.

This is a newly created role due to growth, making it an exciting time to join and develop with us. Your development is an important part of our business culture, you will have the chance to develop, learn, and be mentored by a Chartered Engineer and work closely with the directors.

The Role

As a graduate fire engineer, you will be part of a team inspired to make a difference.

You will be responsible for developing fire safety strategies, reports, technical notes, letters, sketches and all the necessary supporting calculations, using the latest computer modelling software.

You will have the opportunity to undertake calculations for smoke and temperature spread, as well as more complex smoke and evacuation modelling (hand calculations, zone modelling, CFD simulations), detailed fire dynamics and structural assessments.

You will review building designs and design elements to assess compliance whilst also designing fire solutions as part of the overall design team, alongside the client, architect and Statutory Authorities.

You will have a client facing role, including attending meetings with clients, design teams and Statutory Authorities.

You will use your knowledge of fire engineering and Building Regulations to support projects in a variety of sectors.

Qualifications and attributes

You will be expected to:

1. Be educated to a degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.

2. Participate in engineering training (both internal and external) to meet with CPD requirements.

3. Have the ability to work independently or as part of a team on multiple projects with other professionals.

4. Have an aptitude for problem solving.

5. Have excellent grammar and use of the English language.

6. Previous placement or work experience in a similar field is advantageous but not necessary.

Trigon focuses on clients, collaborators, end users and being an outstanding employer.

Job title: Office Administrator providing business support, 3 days p/w with potential to increase to 4/5 days.

Location: Office based with some flexibility, based in Richmond (London)

Competitive Salary + Benefits:  See our benefits page for more information

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible individual to support our Business Support team and our fire safety engineers located in different office locations. This role will support our daily operations, providing essential support across the business with a range of office and administrative tasks.  The Business Support team currently consists of two people.  

This is a newly created role due to growth, making it an exciting time to join us. 

Main day to day tasks will include but are not limited to:

• Office management (London) – answering phone calls, managing post and deliveries, stocking kitchen/bathroom/meeting rooms and ensuring they are presentable, stationery and non-branded equipment ordering, greeting guests, watering plants, liaising with maintenance and cleaning company amongst other ad-hoc tasks as and when required. 

• General administration support – diary management, meeting minutes if required, meeting room bookings, organising large print jobs and binding, engineering project administration support, managing membership renewals and certificates, formatting of presentations, reports and spreadsheets, business support activity spreadsheet tracking such as supplier lists/ engineers home equipment/ car insurance/ asset register/ recording new enquiry ‘declines’ etc.  Maintaining and improving administration systems and procedures.  Ad-hoc support for engineers as and when required.

• Processes and procedures – supporting Business Support team to implement as and when required. 

• Finance administration support – expenses, credit control and supplier invoice processing and relevant follow up support – as and when needed (no finance background required, full training will be given). 

• Team Travel booking – including trains, flights and hotels for meetings/ conferences/ site visits/ events etc.  

Qualifications, experience and attributes

You will be expected to have:

• A good level of education.

• Experience in Office 365 including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

• Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills, be enthusiastic, flexible, team spirited and open for collaboration as well as detail focused.

Get in touch:

Please send CVs to victoria@trigonfire.com

We are looking for a talented placement student with an engineering background for summer 2025 in our Richmond upon Thames office.

Trigon Fire Safety

Trigon is an independent fire engineering consultancy specialising in solving unique fire safety challenges for all building types and uses. We strive to provide the highest quality advice whilst ensuring life safety is always our priority. We pride ourselves on working closely with clients and relevant stakeholders to meet project expectations and client deadlines.

What is expected?

• No fire safety engineering experience required.

• Have an interest in fire safety and the built environment.

• Have an interest in experiencing a working environment.

• Work under supervision and close support of a mentor.

• Assist in preparing marked-up drawings, sketches and diagrams.

• Support the team in development of fire safety strategies for buildings.

• Undertake hand calculations and use of computer programmes (e.g. CFD modelling software).

• Attend design team meetings and site visits.

• Attend our internal and external training programme.

For an insider’s viewpoint check out Simona’s testimonial here, our 2024 summer placement. You’ll also find articles from our current graduates too.

Otter, another recent placement student, gives his views here:

www.imperial.ac.uk/news/231076/mech-eng-student-reflects-summer-internship/

Duration
Between 8-12 weeks.
Starting date is flexible.

Contact
Email: karl@trigonfire.com