Job Description

Degree Apprentice (Level 6) - Fire Engineering

Location: 100 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6DL
Start Date: Early – Mid September 2026
Programme Length: 4.5 years
Qualification on completion: BSc (Hons) Fire Safety Engineering - UCLan

🔥 Shape a safer world - while building your career

We’re hiring two Fire Engineering Degree Apprentices to join Bureau Veritas in 2026.

This is your opportunity to earn a fully funded degree, gain real industry experience, and start a meaningful career helping to protect lives, buildings, and communities.

At Bureau Veritas, our purpose is simple: to shape a world of trust As part of our Fire Engineering team, you’ll play a vital role in creating safer environments while developing into a qualified Fire Engineer.

🎓 About the apprenticeship

You’ll complete a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), combining classroom learning with hands‑on experience.

Programme highlights:

• Duration: 4.5 years
• 4 years of academic study
• Final 6 months completing your End Point Assessment (EPA)
• Study location: UCLan campus, Preston
• Format: Block release (4 × two‑week blocks per year)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, typically 09:00–16:00

We’ll support you every step of the way:

• 100% of tuition fees covered
• Travel and accommodation to the university paid
• Earn a salary while you learn
• Ongoing mentoring and structured development

👷‍♀️ What you’ll be doing

As a Degree Apprentice Fire Engineer, you’ll be learning on the job while contributing to real projects.

You’ll:

• Support the design of fire safety strategies across a variety of buildings and projects
• Assist in developing fire safety reports, drawings, and technical documentation
• Learn how to apply UK and international fire safety regulations
• Develop knowledge of smoke modelling, evacuation analysis, and fire protection systems
• Work alongside experienced Fire Engineers, gaining hands‑on experience from day one
• Build the skills needed to become a fully qualified Fire Engineer

🧠 What we’re looking for

We’re looking for curious, motivated individuals who are ready to commit to a long‑term professional pathway.

You’ll ideally have:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above)
• A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications ( Maths or STEM preferred)
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• A genuine interest in engineering, safety, or the built environment
• The ability to balance work and academic study
• Willingness to travel to Preston for block‑release study

🌍 Why Bureau Veritas?

We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers.

• Purpose‑driven work: Help create safer buildings and communities
• Fully funded degree: Graduate without student debt
• Expert mentorship: Learn from experienced Fire Engineers
• Career progression: Clear pathway into a permanent Fire Engineer role
• Global organisation: Be part of an internationally recognised brand
• Supportive culture: We invest in your development from day one

📅 What happens next?

• Submit your application
• Complete an initial screening call
• Attend an assessment day in London (June)
• Receive an offer and begin your journey with us in 2026

Ready to get started?

If you’re looking for a career where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take your first step towards becoming a Fire Engineer with Bureau Veritas.