Passive Fire Operations Manager

Hull and East Yorkshire Source: WhatJobs

£38,000–£46,000

DF Services (Fire Protection) Ltd provides reliable firestopping and passive fire protection services to main contractors, M&E contractors, and facilities teams across the UK. The company focuses on delivering practical, compliant compartmentation solutions on live construction and refurbishment projects. Many projects involve complex existing buildings where remedial works are needed, requiring careful planning and coordination. DF Services (Fire Protection) Ltd is committed to high-quality workmanship, clear communication, and supporting project progress without unnecessary delays. Team members work closely with clients to ensure safety, compliance, and efficient project delivery.

The Passive Fire Operations Manager

Location: Hessle, East Yorkshire

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Salary: £42,000 per year

Role Description

Passive Fire Operations Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Hessle, East Yorkshire. This role oversees day to day management of passive fire protection and firestopping projects, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating site teams to deliver compliant compartmentation solutions.

The Operations Manager monitors project progress, manages resources and materials, and ensures work meets regulatory standards, client specifications, and internal quality requirements.

Responsibilities include:

Manage multiple firestopping projects from inception through to completion
Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities within the passive fire protection sector
Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project documentation
Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, developers, housing associations, local authorities, and commercial clients
Prepare quotations, estimates, and tender submissions
Plan resources, labour, materials, and subcontractors
Monitor project costs, budgets, and profitability
Ensure projects are delivered on programme and meet client expectations
Conduct site visits and progress meetings with clients and site teams
Resolve project issues efficiently while maintaining quality and programme
Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required depending on project location
Develop long-term client relationships to generate repeat business

Compliance & Quality

Ensure all firestopping works comply with current legislation, manufacturer specifications, and industry best practice
Maintain accurate project documentation and certification records
Promote a strong health and safety culture across all projects
Work closely with internal teams to ensure high standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction

About You

The successful candidate will have:

Experience in passive fire protection, firestopping, or related construction operations, with strong knowledge of relevant UK fire safety regulations and standards.
Proven operations or project management skills
Strong knowledge of fire compartmentation and firestopping systems
Experience managing construction or fire protection projects
Ability to interpret architectural drawings and construction specifications
Proven experience in business development, sales, or client relationship management
Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
Ability to lead and supervise site teams, promote safe working practices, and maintain high-quality workmanship, along with overseeing multiple installation teams, co-ordinating labour, workloads and project delivery across multiple sites.
The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
A proactive and results-driven approach
A full UK driving licence willingness to travel to project sites within the region as required.
Experience working on live construction and refurbishment projects, particularly in complex or occupied buildings, is highly beneficial.
Experience pricing and estimating firestopping works
Knowledge of current fire safety regulations and industry standards
Experience working with Tier 1 contractors, housing providers, or commercial clients
SMSTS, SSSTS, CSCS, or other relevant health and safety certifications