Job Description

Ignite Your Engineering Career - Become a Trainee Fire Testing Engineer at BRE



Ready to get hands-on with some of the UK's most advanced fire testing facilities? Join BRE as a Trainee Fire Testing Engineer and play a vital role in testing the fire resistance of building materials and systems that help keep people safe. This is a unique opportunity to build practical skills, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to world-class research in fire safety, all while developing a rewarding, purpose-driven career.
Help BRE make buildings safer and more sustainable!
BRE aims to be the world's leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.
Your role at BRE



This Trainee Fire Testing Engineer role supports the delivery of fire resistance testing for building products, with a focus on large-scale facade systems. The role is designed to provide structured, hands-on training with the aim of progressing into a Project Leader position.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks
Assist with the preparation and execution of fire resistance tests on building facades and products in accordance with British, European, and International standards

Support Project Leaders with test setup, supervision, data collection, and reporting

Help coordinate test schedules and liaise with clients and contractors to ensure timely and accurate test preparation

Record test results and assist in drafting clear and accurate technical reports

Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with UKAS procedures, health and safety regulations, and relevant test standards

Maintain calibration records and contribute to overall laboratory operations

Support general lab activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Travel to off-site facilities when required to support customer testing




What we are looking for
Essential Criteria
Science or engineering background, or relevant construction work experience

Willingness to learn and grow into a Project Leader role through on-the-job training

Ability to support technical projects and follow structured procedures

Strong documentation and record-keeping skills

Basic technical report writing abilities

Practical, hands-on skills and a willingness to work in a physical, test-lab environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable using internet-based tools

Organised, self-motivated, and able to prioritise tasks

Awareness of and commitment to safe working practices

Willingness to travel to client sites or off-site testing locations when required

Desirable Criteria
Knowledge or experience of fire resistance testing or related standards

Previous experience in product testing, preferably involving building products or fire testing

Experience working in a laboratory environment with standard lab practices

Understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to the construction or testing sectors

Technical knowledge of building materials, facades, or structural systems

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and contractors

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or specifications



BRE Benefits
At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.
Financial & Security Benefits
Pension scheme - 5% employer-matched contributionLife assurance - 4x your basic salaryEnhanced maternity package

Health & Wellbeing
HealthPartners cashback scheme - Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and moreOnsite facilities - Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points

Career Development
Learning & development - Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platformProfessional membership reimbursement

For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits
Work Location Options

On-Site - This role requires full-time presence at our Watford office. You must live within a commutable distance.
Our Recruitment Process
Online Assessment
Shortly after you apply (within approximately 10 minutes), you'll receive a link to complete an online assessment. This takes around 20 minutes and helps us better understand your skills and suitability.



Note to Employment Agencies
At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.
Equal Opportunities Statement
BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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Department

Assurance

Locations

Watford

Yearly salary

27,500

CONTACT

Sian Rouse
Resourcing Partner - People
About BRE
BRE contributes to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to built environment challenges. Our vision is to be the world-leading innovation, science, and data hub for the built environment. We're ambitious in terms of quality and global scope. We want governments and commercial markets to recognise us and demand our services, products and solutions. We want to be world-class, innovative, science-led and provide solutions.

Founded in

1921

Co-workers

500+