Job Description

Compliance and Technical Manager - PFP and Fire Doors

Key roles:

Collaborative Technical Support:

Be the first point of contact for all internal technical queries, fostering a culture of approachability, accuracy, and support across departments--from clients, surveyors and supervisors to estimating and site teams.

Surveying & Consultancy Oversight:

Champion specialist software bolster systems, leading bespoke work flows to optimise data capture. Ensure all technical outputs--survey reports, specifications, and consultancy advice--are consistently accurate, compliant, and of the highest quality.

Compliance Leadership:

Maintain and audit all industry accreditations (including IFC, CHAS, ISO standards), ensuring adherence to evolving regulations, test data, and legislative changes.

Quality Assurance:

Oversee quality across all live and completed sites, including regular site audits, certification sign-offs and compliance inspections.

Training & Development:

Deliver internal training across survey, site, and operational teams to ensure everyone remains up to date on product specifications, regulation changes, technical processes, and compliance pathways.

Product & Installation Validation:

Ensure selected materials and systems are correctly specified and compatible across surveys, installations, and project delivery--escalating risks and offering solutions where needed.

Client & Supplier Engagement:

Liaise directly with clients and supply chain partners to provide technical guidance, resolve issues, and communicate new compliance developments.

Our ideal Candidate:

Proven expertise in Passive Fire Protection and Fire Doors, with a deep understanding of relevant legislation and technical compliance frameworks. Hands-on experience managing quality assurance across multiple concurrent projects. Familiarity with IFC/BM Trada certification standards and ISOs. A confident communicator, able to explain technical content clearly to both operational teams and external stakeholders. Organised, diligent, and able to lead on both strategic planning and detail-oriented quality control. An approachable and proactive leader who supports and uplifts colleagues across all departments. A confident and professional communicator, comfortable engaging with senior client stakeholders and internal teams alike.

Key details:

55,000 - 65,000 per Annum Company Car/Car Allowance Private medical insurance after probationary period Remote working applicable Immediate start available

Further Information:

Adaston is a leading provider of passive fire protection and fire safety compliance services across the UK. We work with clients in both the public and private sectors--ranging from local authorities and housing associations to NHS Trusts and national developers--to deliver expert surveying, remediation, installation and consultancy.

Our reputation is built on quality, precision, and professionalism. We are committed not only to delivering compliant work, but to shaping what best-practice looks like in our industry. We pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve--whether that's in fire safety legislation, certification requirements, or the way we communicate with clients and collaborate internally.

As we continue to expand, particularly through large-scale frameworks and multi-site programmes, ensuring technical accuracy and unwavering compliance is more important than ever. The Technical & Compliance Manager will play a mission-critical role in that journey.

This role sits at the heart of our business and touches every part of our operation--from training and supporting surveyors, to validating materials, auditing site installations, and maintaining our industry accreditations. It is not a back-office function, but a central pillar of how we safeguard lives, build trust with clients, and grow our company sustainably.

We are proud to be a company where technical leadership is respected, supported, and embedded into strategic thinking. This role offers the chance to shape and lead how technical compliance is delivered not just within Adaston, but across our sector. If you are passionate about raising standards and driving improvement, we would be excited to have you help lead the way.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Flexitime Life insurance On-site parking Paid volunteer time Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Proof of competency, both at an individual and company level will be vital in the coming years for our industry, how will you approach this challenge? Briefly describe your relevant experience and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role?
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Compliance and Technical Manager