Job Summary: IFC Certification is looking for a Senior Smoke Control Inspector to join their growing team. In this role, you'll be responsible for carrying out installer certification scheme activities through audits, site inspections, technical reviews, and client support. This is a home-based role with regular travel to client offices and sites across the UK. About the role:
This position may offer the opportunity to progress into a Scheme Manager role.
Do you have what it takes?:
- Plan and manage daily activities involving administration, auditing, inspections, and reporting.
- Liaise with clients regarding office systems and site installation requirements for installer certification.
- Conduct initial and surveillance audits in line with BS EN ISO 17065 and IFCC scheme requirements.
- Perform site inspections in accordance with ISO/IEC 17020 and specific client requirements.
- Compile and report inspection findings to the required standards.
- Review installer audit reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Complete contract and technical reviews of client applications.
- Develop and maintain audit checklists for existing and new certification schemes.
- Collaborate with colleagues to provide team support and cross-coverage.
This position may offer the opportunity to progress into a Scheme Manager role.
- Proven experience in a technical or quality control role within a certification/inspection body, fire protection manufacturer, or installation contractor.
- Hands-on experience conducting FPC, ISO, or similar audits.
- Background in the fire protection or a related industry is advantageous.
- Proven experience in managing and motivating direct reports.
- Excellent planning, organisation, and time management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet targets.
- A good working knowledge of BS EN ISO/IEC 17065 and BS EN ISO/IEC 17020.
- Full UK driving licence, with willingness to travel frequently and work irregular hours.
- £65,000 - £70,000 per annum
- £5880 Car Allowance
- Generous Annual Leave – Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
- 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, home based role with travel required 2-3 days per week
- Private Medical Insurance
- Enhanced Family Leave – Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
- Milestone Rewards – paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
- Salary Reviews
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Pension Contributions
- Life Assurance – 4x your annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
- 24/7 GP Service – Access to medical advice anytime
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers – Supporting your health and well-being
- Welcome Pack – Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us
At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.
As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.
If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.