About The Role

Fire Safety Engineer

Salary: Grade 12 £42,839-£46,141

Hours: 35 hours per week

Temporary contract

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Authority (MFRA) Protection Department collaborates with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) to facilitate regulatory functions.

We seek an experienced individual to join our Multi-Disciplinary Team, representing the Fire & Rescue Authority.

Our Fire Engineering Team handles responses to Planning Applications and Building Regulations consultations. As the Built Environment evolves, this role provides fire engineering support to influence design, construction, and occupancy safety, ensuring compliance with the Fire Safety Order. You will work flexibly across Merseyside and the North West, conducting site inspections and enforcement actions as needed.

The ideal candidate will hold either a Fire Engineering Degree or a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (or equivalent). If not, they must be willing to complete these qualifications, which will be funded by the role.

This role is funded until 31st March 2026, with a future funding application planned for late 2025.

What we offer:

• 23 days’ holiday, increasing to 28 days after 5 years, plus Bank holidays and 2 additional days
• Access to free on-site gym
• Free, secure parking
• On-site canteen
• Contributory pension scheme
• Occupational health services and Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date: Midnight Friday 15^th August 2025

Interviews: 21^st and 22^nd August 2025

About Us

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is dedicated to public safety, serving Merseyside through prevention, response, and community engagement. We operate across urban, industrial, and rural areas with a team committed to excellence in fire and rescue services.

PENSION CONSIDERATIONS

Please check potential implications for your Annual and Lifetime Allowances before applying, as breaches may result in tax charges. Further details are available from our Pensions team or the Pension Administrator website.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals involved in our recruitment and employment processes.