Job Description

WHAT'S THE ROLE?


Are you passionate about fire safety and eager to make an impact? We're seeking a Fire Testing Specialist to work on the execution of our comprehensive fire testing program for Hilti's Fire Protection portfolio to become a preferred firestop solution partner for our customers




In this role you'll obtain and analyse test and classification reports on the fire resistance performance of our products. You'll prepare detailed, customer-facing product documentation that highlights our commitment to safety and quality.


WHO IS HILTI?


At Hilti, we are a passionate global team committed to making construction better. As a trusted partner for productivity, safety, and sustainability, we provide our customers innovative solutions that impact the buildings, roads, and infrastructure people rely on every day.



Hilti is where individuals grow lasting careers by exploring possibilities, maximizing their potential, owning their development, and making a real difference every day
WHAT DOES THE ROLE INVOLVE?


Implementation of fire testing roadmap, on time and on budget and ensuring compliance to relevant standards Liaising with external contractors, vendors and suppliers to coordinate testing activities and to ensure availability of necessary equipment and procurement of materials Attending the testing facility for test set-up and test execution, ensuring procedures are carried out accurately Review and revision of test reports and classification reports Consolidation of test and classification reports data into customer facing product documentation including product manuals, standard details and integration with Hilti's Firestop Selector software Continuous education on relevant test standards and classification regulations

93% of our people say they're proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?


We really value our people and we've worked hard to develop a reward package that reflects this. Some of our benefits include:







Genuine career advancement (more than 80% of all leadership roles are filled internally) 6% employer pension contributions Private Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Programme 33 days' holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) plus the ability to purchase 5 days more annually Paid leave to work on charitable projects Hilti Benefits Box, a reward platform offering a cycle to work scheme and shopping and lifestyle discounts/cashback Different ways to work flexibly, including working from home and compressed hours Employee resource groups focused on gender, mental health, race, disability, LGBTQ+ and sustainability topics Trips to locations such as Milan, New York and global HQ for high performers across all teams
Our Regional Head Office is based at Circle Square in Central Manchester, where we are located a short walk from Oxford Rd train station and St Peter's Square tram stop. We offer a hybrid working pattern between the office and home and different ways to work flexibly so please feel free to talk about what flexibility means to you at your interview.
WHAT YOU NEED IS:


University degree (Bachelor or Master) in engineering, chemistry or building construction Strong technical expertise in fire protection systems Product testing experience relevant to building products or fire testing Knowledge and understanding of regulations, classification rules and standards Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and time management skills Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting ability, with focus on practical solutions Team player with very good communication skills in an interdisciplinary environment Good technical English language skills to review and revise testing related documentation Good AutoCAD skills (2D) Willingness to travel to various international testing locations (approx. 30% travel time)
WHO SHOULD APPLY?


We have an excellent mix of people and some of our best account managers joined us with no experience. So, if you've never worked in sales or construction, that's fine with us. Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability, no matter what your background.


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