FRA Carpenter (L4Z2)

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced FRA Carpenter to join our Fire Safety and Compliance team. This role is essential in ensuring fire safety standards are met across residential and commercial properties through high-quality Fire Door Installation Repair and Fire Stopping works.

The successful candidate will carry out a range of fire safety carpentry tasks including fitting new fire doors repairing frames upgrading existing doors installing fire-related materials and ensuring compliance with British Standards. You must be able to work independently maintain accurate records and deliver excellent customer service.

A full UK driving licence is essential and a company van will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Fire Safety Installation & Maintenance

• Fit new FD30/FD60 fire doors in accordance with industry standards.
  
• Repair upgrade and maintain existing fire doors ensuring compliance with FRA recommendations.
  
• Repair or replace door frames hinges closers seals intumescent strips and other components.
  
• Install fire-protective plasterboard electrical enclosures and fire-rated materials.
  
• Complete fire-stopping works including sealing penetrations and applying approved fire protection products.
  
• Ensure all work meets relevant British Standards and safety regulations.
  

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of work completed materials used and compliance checks.
  
• Complete minor administrative tasks such as job sheets photos and digital forms.
  
• Ensure all works are carried out in line with Fire Risk Assessments and statutory compliance.
  

Professionalism & Teamwork

• Follow health and safety procedures and safe-working practices always.
  
• Work independently or as part of a wider fire safety team.
  
• Bring an innovative mindset to problem-solving and project efficiency.
  

Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience installing repairing and maintaining fire doors.
  
• Strong knowledge of fire door components installation methods and compliance.
  
• Experience in fire-stopping works and using certified products.
  
• Understanding of relevant British Standards including BS 8214 BS 9999 and Fire Safety Regulations.
  
• Excellent quality-control skills and attention to detail.
  
• Good record-keeping and minor administrative abilities.
  
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
  
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  
• Full UK driving licence (company van provided).
  

Desirable

• FIRAS / BM TRADA / IFCC accreditation or training.
  
• Experience working in social housing or property maintenance.
  
• Knowledge of fire safety legislation and FRA reporting.
  

Pre- Employment Requirements

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK
  
• Satisfactory references
  
• DBS Check (if required depending on property type)
  
• Valid UK Driving Licence
  
• Compliance with organisational health & safety and fire safety regulations
  

Benefits

Why Join Us

• Work with a committed Fire Safety team focused on protecting lives and property.
  
• Company van tools and equipment provided.
  
• Opportunities for progression certification and specialist training.
  
• Supportive safety-focused working environment.
  

How to Apply