Location: Nationwide (Scotland to Bournemouth – Stay Away Required)
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 DOE + Van + Fuel Card
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading UK passive fire protection and compliance contractor delivering works across a wide range of sectors and environments. The business has a strong reputation for quality, reliability and regulatory excellence, with a structured and supportive working environment and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the sector.
Due to the nature of the contracts, this role requires candidates who are fully flexible to work and stay away from home nationwide — projects span from Scotland to Bournemouth and locations will vary. The salary reflects this flexibility, with an uplift built in as the programme progresses and transitions to night shift working.
Please note: this role requires candidates to undergo SC or BPSS security clearance. The business will manage and support candidates through the clearance process.
This role is best suited to an experienced Site Manager who thrives on variety, is comfortable working away from home for extended periods and wants to be part of a technically excellent and growing business.
The Role
As Passive Fire Site Manager, you will take full ownership of individual contracts from mobilisation through to completion, overseeing passive fire protection works across compartmentation and fire door programmes at various locations nationwide. The role will initially operate on day shifts, with a planned transition to night shift working as the programme progresses — reflected in the salary banding on offer.
You will work closely with Contracts Managers and Technical Advisors, managing direct labour and subcontractors on site, maintaining the highest standards of health and safety, quality and compliance throughout.
Key Responsibilities
* Take full ownership of individual contracts from mobilisation through to defect-free handover
* Supervise passive fire protection works across compartmentation and fire door programmes at nationwide locations
* Implement project strategies and produce programme schedules in line with budget requirements
* Resolve QA failures, site issues, client disputes and complaints promptly and effectively
* Deliver daily toolbox talks and carry out site inspections and equipment checks
* Induct operatives to site-specific requirements and company procedures
* Ensure sites are fully stocked with appropriate materials and access equipment
* Maintain all site paperwork and diaries to the required standard
* Capture progress updates and variations for accurate reporting
* Chair and run client meetings and provide regular programme updates
* Support the training and development of trainees and team members on site
* Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and contractors throughout the project lifecycle
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience as a Site Manager within passive fire protection — compartmentation and fire doors essential
* Full flexibility to work and stay away from home nationwide — this is a non-negotiable requirement, candidates must be fully comfortable with extended stay-away periods
* Ability and willingness to undergo SC or BPSS security clearance — essential (supported by the business)
* Strong client-facing and communication skills — ability to chair meetings and provide professional updates
* Proficient in Microsoft Office — Excel, Word, Outlook and Project
* CSCS Card at Site Manager level — required
* SMSTS — required
* 3-day First Aid — required
* Scaffold Appreciation Certificate — desirable
* Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop teams effectively
What's On Offer
* £55,000 – £60,000 per annum depending on experience
* Company van and fuel card
* 40 hours per week (transitioning to nights as programme progresses)
* Stay-away accommodation covered for nationwide contracts
* Generous annual training budget
* Personal Development Plans with visible career paths and progression opportunities
* Scheduled Protected Learning Time — minimum half day per month
* Sponsorship for professional qualifications and memberships
Salary description
£55000.00 - £60000.00 per year