Job Description

Kickstart Your Career at BRE!



As a Trainee Fire Testing Engineer, you'll get hands-on experience running fire tests, supporting Project Leaders, liaising with clients, and producing technical reports--all while learning the skills to become a future Project Leader. If you're practical, driven, and keen to make an impact, this is your chance to join a dynamic, expert team shaping the future of the built environment.

Your role at BRE

You will support the delivery of fire testing of building products to defined fire resistance and large-scale test standards. The role is designed to provide structured, hands-on training with the aim of progressing into a Project Leader position.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the preparation and delivery of fire tests on building products in accordance with British, European, and International standards
Support Project Leaders with test setup, supervision, data collection, and reporting
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:
Science, engineering, or relevant construction background
Willingness to grow into a Project Leader role
Ability to support technical projects and follow structured procedures
Strong documentation and basic technical report writing skills
Practical, hands-on skills in a test-lab environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and 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

Desirable:
Experience in fire resistance or product testing, preferably building products
Laboratory experience with standard practices
Understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to construction/testing
Technical knowledge of building materials and methods
Strong verbal and written communication skills for liaising 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 contribution
Life assurance - 4x your basic salary
Enhanced maternity package

Health & Wellbeing
HealthPartners cashback scheme - Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
Onsite 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 platform
Professional 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.



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 - 30,000
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+