General Manager

Job Title: General Manager / Site Manager - Fire Safety & Passive Fire

Location: Office based in Greater Manchester, visiting sites mainly in the North West (with some nationwide travel)

Salary: £41,000 per annum & Company Van

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced General Manager to support our growing fire safety and passive fire protection operations. This is a hands on, site-focused role, overseeing multiple live projects and regularly visiting operatives on site to ensure works are completed safely, compliantly, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Site-Based Responsibilities

• Oversee and visit multiple live sites, primarily across the North West, with some national coverage as required
• Conduct regular site visits to support and supervise operatives
• Ensure works are delivered in line with fire safety and passive fire regulations
• Monitor quality, progress, and compliance on site
• Act as a point of contact for operatives regarding day to day site matters

Project Types

• Commercial offices
• Schools and education settings
• Residential properties
• Fire safety and passive fire protection works

Office-Based Responsibilities

• Assist with operative details
• Review and interpret drawings
• Support with surveys and site documentation
• Feed back site information to management as needed

Team & Structure

• You will be joining an existing management function
• There are currently three managers carrying out similar responsibilities, who are stretched due to workload
• This role is being introduced to strengthen on site management and support

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in fire safety and passive fire protection
• Strong understanding of passive fire systems so you can confidently assess and support site works
• Background in site management/General Manager or a similar operational role
• Comfortable travelling between multiple sites
• Strong communication and people management skills
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities