Global Fire Approvals Manager

Manage all aspects of the Global Fire portfolio Certification assessments and approvals. Lead a team to maintain all relevant certifications by region and support R&D teams with assessment support.

• Organise and execute allocated project work within agreed deadlines in accordance with procedures test methods assessment requirements and certification.

• Manage a small team to maintain global assessments approvals and the Global certification and assessments portfolio for the SW PFP range including employee performance coaching training and development.

• Conduct fire test data assessments optimisation and certification activities to global standards (BS EN UL ISO AS) including R&D investigations into certification updates and changes.

• Create fire test packages in line with required fire test standards to support new product development and data extension programmes for the PFP portfolio.

• Present results develop conclusions and propose further work while advising the business through the Fire Strategy Group on global testing assessment and regulatory challenges.

• Support the Fire Estimation and Engineering Team and internal/external customers with technical assistance customer enquiries competitor data management and maintenance of FIRETEX loading tables in the FDE portal.

• Represent the Company at test laboratories industry committees and customer sites including extended travel to support R&D projects and support knowledge transfer across Sherwin-Williams.

• Ensure effective communication high-quality output consistent standards of excellence and a proactive approach to H&S and security requirements.

1. FORMAL EDUCATION:

BSc/BEng Chemistry / Structural / Fire Engineering Degree

2. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint

• Minimum of 5-10 years PFP Experience

• Experience of managing/supervising technical personnel or leading projects.

• Proven track record of commercial delivery.

• Ability to interact with customers (Internal and External).

• High level of Intumescent coatings knowledge (Essential).

• Experience of Passive Fire Protection testing assessments and certification (Essential).