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Science‑led global firm delivering standards, training, testing and certification for the built environment.
Assist in fire testing of building products, support project leaders, and prepare reports.
14 days ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Abbots Langley, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
650 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
fire testing
test setup
data collection
technical reporting
compliance
client liaison
In this role you will support the delivery of fire testing of building products to defined fire resistance and large‑scale test standards. The position provides structured, hands‑on training with the aim of progressing into a Project Leader position.
- Prepare and deliver fire tests on building products per British, European, and International standards
- Assist Project Leaders with test setup, supervision, data collection, and reporting
- Liaise with clients and contractors to ensure timely, accurate test preparation
- Record test results and draft clear technical reports
- Ensure compliance with UKAS procedures, health and safety regulations, and test standards
- Maintain calibration records and support overall laboratory operations
- Contribute to general lab activities and continuous improvement initiatives
- Travel to off‑site facilities to support customer testing
- Follow structured procedures and support technical projects
- Produce strong documentation and basic technical reports
- Apply practical, hands‑on skills in a test‑lab environment
- Travel to client sites or off‑site testing locations as needed
Requirements
engineering
microsoft office
fire testing
lab experience
health & safety
communication
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.
- Hold a science, engineering, or relevant construction background
- Use Microsoft Office and internet‑based tools proficiently
- Be organised, self‑motivated, and able to prioritise tasks
- Desirable: Experience in fire resistance or product testing, preferably building products
- Desirable: Laboratory experience with standard practices
- Desirable: Understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to construction/testing
- Desirable: Technical knowledge of building materials and methods
- Desirable: Strong verbal and written communication for liaising with clients and contractors
- Desirable: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or specifications
Benefits
BRE offers a competitive salary reviewed annually and a comprehensive benefits package covering financial security, health and wellbeing, and career development, including a pension scheme, life assurance, health‑partner cashback, onsite facilities, free parking and EV charging, as well as free access to the BRE Academy and professional membership reimbursement.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1921
Year Founded
Established as the UK’s government-funded Building Research Establishment.
- It reinvests profits to advance science-led solutions for buildings and infrastructure worldwide.
- It created the renowned BREEAM standard, certifying sustainable performance in buildings across the globe.
- Its testing, inspection and certification services span from product components to entire structures, underpinning safety and efficiency.
- BRE Academy delivers rigorous training on topics like energy, net-zero sustainability, fire safety and security.
- A standout feature is the BRE Science Park, where full-scale demonstration buildings and cutting-edge testing facilities bring innovation to life.
- Its work includes high-profile sustainability projects, such as certifying IKEA Greenwich’s planet-positive store.
Culture + Values
- We are ambitious for the planet, our clients, our business and our team
- We take responsibility for the integrity of our science and the development of collaborative solutions to global challenges
- We work as a whole team and with others. We know that diversity leads to better teamwork, better ideas, and better answers
- We have a positive influence in everything we do, through which we earn our reputation as the leading building science centre
- We deliver value to our customers through profitable and sustainable solutions
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Goal
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 at the latest.
- Complies with ISO 14001 environmental management, ISO 45001 health & safety, ISO 9001 quality management, and Cyber Essentials Plus.
- Champions decarbonisation in a fair and just way, supporting customers to avoid adverse environmental impacts and maximise positive ones.
- Embraces a holistic sustainability approach aligned with BREEAM – covering energy & carbon, materials & circular economy, water, resilience, biodiversity, travel, accessibility.
- Operates SmartWaste: tracks waste, materials, transport and supply-chain emissions, integrates ESG reporting, and supports carbon baseline & reduction—e.g. SmartWaste V11 adds carbon factors, waste/resource efficiency features.
- Provides net‑zero advisory and SBTi-aligned science‑based targets, scope 3 emissions baseline setting and route‑map planning for organisations.
Inclusion & Diversity
Annual Reports 2022-2024
Gender Pay Gap Publication
Publishes comprehensive gender pay gap reports every year to ensure transparency in compensation practices and promote equality.
- Built a diverse and inclusive work environment with proactive health & safety culture
- Zero-tolerance approach towards discrimination, bullying, and harassment
- Committed to appointing, developing, and rewarding colleagues fairly and objectively
- Signatory to BITC’s Race at Work Charter aiming to improve opportunities for Black, Asian, Mixed-Race, and other ethnically diverse people
- Promotes two-way engagement through individual/team meetings, surveys, colleague networks, and an “Ask the CEO” channel
- Colleague networks provide safe spaces for honest dialogue to foster understanding and mutual respect
- Committed to an open and transparent culture encouraging speaking up about potential misconduct