passive fire stopper

Passive Fire Protection Operative / Fire Stopper (Digs Provided)

Agency: Search Consultancy

Location: Norwich, Norfolk (Accommodation / Digs Allowance Provided)

Search Consultancy is looking for skilled, experienced Passive Fire Protection Operatives / Fire Stoppers for a major, long-term project in Norwich. We are partnering with a leading main contractor requiring operatives with strong expertise in batt and mastic systems for extensive penetration sealing across site.

This is a long-term contract offering high earning potential with accommodation/digs provided, making it an ideal opportunity for both local operatives and travelling sub-contractors.

The Role

Batt & Mastic Installation: Cutting, fitting, and sealing coated mineral wool batt systems around structural openings, pipework, and duct penetrations.

Fire Sealing: Applying intumescent mastic, silicone sealants, and fire-rated compounds to ensure full acoustic and fire integrity to precise manufacturer specifications.

Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensuring all installed penetration seals strictly adhere to FIRAS/BM TRADA guidelines and site safety standards.

Site Preparation: Preparing substrates, openings, and services prior to applying fire-stopping seals.

Requirements

CSCS Card: Valid CSCS Card (Fire Stopper / NVQ Level 2 in Passive Fire Protection preferred).

DBS Check: Basic/Enhanced DBS check is preferred, but not strictly essential.

Experience: Proven experience in commercial batt and mastic fire-stopping applications.

Tools & Kit: Full personal hand tools (mastic guns, battery tools, knives, measuring equipment) and standard 5-point PPE.

Right to Work: Must have a valid right to work in the UK.

Why Work With Search?

Attractive Pay Rates: Paying £25.00 per hour (CIS) standard rate.

Overtime Available: £33.25 per hour (CIS) overtime rate.

Accommodation: Digs / Accommodation Allowance provided for traveling operatives.

Long-Term Contract: Secure, ongoing work on a major commercial scheme.

Weekly Pay: Reliable, on-time payments hitting your account every Friday via CIS.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age