About this role
GRADUATE FIRE ENGINEER
•Diamond & Co • £30,000 • Glasgow / Hybrid
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for a Graduate Fire Engineer to join our growing Fire Engineering team based in Glasgow.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to begin their career in Fire Engineering, developing technical skills while gaining broad exposure across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use projects.
Working alongside experienced Fire Engineers from day one, you will support the delivery of Fire Strategies, fire engineering design solutions and fire safety assessments, gaining practical experience across live projects while building the foundations for a successful long-term career.
The role offers structured training, mentoring and genuine support towards professional qualifications and chartership.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
You will:
Assist with the preparation of Fire Strategies and fire engineering reportsSupport fire engineering design and technical analysis across residential and commercial developmentsCarry out research, calculations and technical assessments to support project deliveryAssist senior Fire Engineers on live projects from inception through to completionSupport fire safety assessments and compliance reviewsWork alongside Building Surveying and Fire Risk teams on multidisciplinary projectsContribute to remediation and external wall-related projects where requiredDevelop knowledge of fire safety legislation, Building Regulations and industry guidanceAttend site visits and inspections as part of project deliveryBuild strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and project stakeholders
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
You'll be successful in this role if:
You develop strong technical knowledge and professional judgementYou demonstrate curiosity, initiative and a willingness to learnYou produce accurate and high-quality technical workYou contribute positively to project delivery and team objectivesYou build trusted relationships with colleagues and clientsYou make consistent progress towards professional qualifications and chartership
HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME
Most weeks, you'll be:
Supporting Fire Strategy and fire engineering report preparationAssisting with technical calculations and analysisResearching legislation, guidance and fire engineering best practiceWorking alongside senior engineers on live projectsUndertaking site inspections and surveysSupporting remediation and building safety projectsCollaborating with Building Surveying and Fire Risk colleaguesParticipating in technical training and professional development activities
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
This role suits someone who:
Has recently completed a degree in Fire Engineering or a related engineering disciplineIs looking to build a long-term career in Fire EngineeringIs technically minded and enjoys problem solvingHas strong communication and report-writing skillsIs motivated, organised and eager to learnEnjoys working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Professional development is central to this role and includes:
Structured support towards professional membership and chartershipMentoring from experienced Fire EngineersExposure to a broad range of project types and sectorsOngoing CPD and technical trainingSupport through Diamond & Co's developing Engineering Development PathwayOpportunities to work alongside Building Surveying, Building Consultancy and Fire Risk specialists
WHAT WE OFFER
£30,000 starting salary20 days annual leave plus bank holidaysHoliday entitlement increasing with length of serviceWorkplace pensionLife assurance (3x salary)Private medical insurance including digital GP accessEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGym, wellbeing and lifestyle discountsCycle to Work schemeFree annual eye test and contribution towards VDU glassesFlexible working arrangementsStructured support towards chartership and professional qualificationsAccess to wider learning and development opportunities across Odevo UK
ABOUT DIAMOND & CO
Diamond & Co is a multidisciplinary consultancy providing Building Consultancy, Fire Engineering and Fire Risk services across the UK.
Our Fire Engineering team delivers a broad range of instructions across commercial, residential and public sector projects, helping clients navigate increasingly complex fire safety and building safety requirements.
As part of Odevo UK, we combine the agility of a specialist consultancy with the support, investment and career opportunities of a larger group.
HOW WE HIRE
Initial conversation with our Talent Acquisition teamInterview focused on your potential, technical foundations and career aspirations We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.
INTERESTED?
Apply with your CV.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required. Occasional UK travel and site visits may be required.