Fire Door Inspection Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced and commercially aware Fire Door Replacement Specification Manager to lead the technical specification and pre-manufacturing process for our fire door replacement projects. Reporting to the Operations Director, this is a key leadership role that will ensure customer requirements are accurately translated into compliant, manufacturable fire door solutions.
As the link between Sales, Customers, Surveying, Ironmongery, Manufacturing and Operations, you will take ownership of projects as they move from quotation and order stage through to manufacturing release, ensuring specifications are accurate, compliant and aligned with customer expectations. You will also lead our Surveying Team and Ironmongery Manager, driving quality, consistency and continuous improvement across the function.
· Manage the fire door replacement specification process from order stage through to manufacturing release.
· Work closely with customers to understand requirements, resolve technical queries and agree compliant solutions.
· Ensure all fire door specifications align with certification requirements, test evidence and approved manufacturing capabilities.
· Lead and develop the Surveying Team and Ironmongery Manager, ensuring high standards of quality and performance.
· Review survey outputs, identify technical risks and ensure all information is complete and accurate.
· Develop and manage front-to-back project schedules, ensuring projects are fully prepared before manufacture.
· Coordinate effectively with Sales, Operations, Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful project delivery.
· Drive process improvements that reduce rework, improve accuracy and enhance customer satisfaction.
· Promote a culture of technical excellence, compliance and right-first-time delivery.
We are looking for a technically competent and customer-focused professional with a strong background in the fire door industry. You will be comfortable managing multiple projects, building relationships with customers and stakeholders, and leading teams to achieve high standards of performance and compliance.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Minimum 5 years' experience within the fire door industry.
- Experience in fire door replacement, surveying, specification, manufacturing, installation or technical project delivery.
- Strong understanding of fire door regulations, certification requirements, test evidence and industry best practice.
- Experience translating customer requirements into compliant technical solutions.
- Knowledge of ironmongery schedules, hardware compatibility and fire door assemblies.
- Proven experience leading teams and driving operational improvements.
- Strong organisational, problem-solving and communication skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- IFE Level 3 Qualification or equivalent fire door qualification desirable.
Why join us?
At Integrated Doorset Solutions, how we work matters just as much as what we do. Our values shape every role across the business:
- Customer-led, solution-driven – we put our customers at the centre of everything
- Integrity, trust & responsibility – we do the right thing, always
- Collaboration & inclusion – we value every voice and work as one team
- People-focused – we invest in our people and support career growth
- Personal accountability & safety – our work protects lives
Company Overview:
Established in 2015, the IDSL Group of companies has fast expanded to include three significant brands and currently enjoys a turnover of over £55m per annum.
One Group: Four Brands: Endless Possibilities
Integrated Doorset Solutions Ltd - A leading manufacturer of performance doorsets, glazed screens and architectural ironmongery, producing high‑quality frames, architrave and joinery. Integrated Doorsets blends craftsmanship with advanced manufacturing to deliver reliable, compliant products.
Fire Door Inspection Solutions Ltd - A service‑focused specialist delivering fire‑door inspections, maintenance, repairs, and replacements, ensuring ongoing compliance, safety, and trusted lifecycle performance across diverse sectors.
Hartland Fire Holdings Ltd - A specialist provider of fire‑door inspections, maintenance, and compliance services for defence and public‑sector environments, delivering assured safety, certified performance, and dependable long‑term asset protection.
Fire Doors Rite Ltd - A specialist provider of fire‑door inspections, maintenance, repairs and certified installations, supporting defence and commercial estates with rigorous compliance, trusted processes and fully traceable fire‑safety assurance.
The IDSL Group brings together specialist manufacturing and compliance businesses, Integrated Doorsets, Fire Door Inspection Solutions, Hartland Fire, and Fire Doors Rite, to deliver complete fire‑door and passive‑fire protection solutions. Through sustained investment, the Group operates three state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing plants in the East Midlands, providing over 135,000 sq. ft of modern production space. These facilities feature advanced CNC machining, precision through‑feed cutting, robotic surface coating, and the latest post‑forming technology, enabling high‑quality manufacture at scale with capacity exceeding 1,000 doorsets per week.
Integrated Doorsets supports major national and regional contractors across the UK and beyond, while Fire Door Inspection Solutions, Hartland Fire, and Fire Doors Rite deliver industry‑leading inspection, maintenance, repair, installation, and compliance services across healthcare, education, residential, defence, and wider public‑sector environments. Together they provide end‑to‑end lifecycle assurance backed by extensive fire‑test evidence and trusted compliance processes.
The Group continues to grow responsibly, including the installation of over 2,300 solar panels as part of its PAS 2060‑aligned carbon‑reduction plan. Unified as a single‑source provider of doorsets, ironmongery, and compliance services, our mission is simple: to deliver ultimate reliability through a culture of excellence.
Closing date 21st August 2026
Benefits:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
