Fire & Smoke Specialist – Fire Protection Division (Thor Duct® Systems) Required
Hiring Company: Lindab – Thor Duct®
Location: Remote (based in Dublin or nearby)
Travel: Frequent travel across Ireland and the UK
About Lindab and Thor Duct®
Lindab is a leading multinational group providing sustainable ventilation, indoor climate, and building solutions across Europe.
Within Lindab, the Fire Protection Division focuses on the development, certification, and licensing of Thor Duct® systems – advanced ductwork solutions engineered for smoke extraction and fire resistance for HVAC applications.
Through continuous innovation, laboratory testing, and collaboration with industry partners, Thor Duct® empowers licensees to deliver safe, certified, and high-performance fire protection solutions throughout Europe.
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Role Overview
We’re looking for a motivated and technically skilled Fire & Smoke Specialist to join Lindab’s Fire Protection Division, headquartered in Dublin.
The successful candidate will support Thor Duct® licensees and partners across Ireland and the UK — providing hands-on technical assistance, delivering training, and promoting best practices in fire safety and smoke control engineering.
Play an active role in product testing, documentation, and R&D projects, collaborating with an expert international team passionate about advancing fire protection.
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Key Responsibilities
· Provide technical support to Thor Duct® licensees in Ireland and the UK, ensuring correct implementation of certified systems.
· Deliver training sessions and presentations for licensees, engineers, designers, and contractors.
· Promote Thor Duct® systems and Lindab’s fire protection solutions to key industry stakeholders (specifiers, design studios, contractors).
· Conduct regular site and client visits to provide on-site technical guidance and build strong professional relationships.
· Collaborate with the R&D team on product testing and continuous improvement initiatives.
· Contribute to technical manuals, documentation, and marketing materials.
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Requirements
· Degree in Fire Engineering or a related technical field.
· 3–5 years of experience in the fire protection or HVAC sector (engineering consultancy, contractor, or installation company).
· Detailed understanding of fire safety principles and European standards for fire resistance and smoke control systems (EN 12101-7, EN 1366-1/8/9, EN 13501-3/4, EN 1366-2/10).
· Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information.
· Strong analytical and synthesis skills, with the ability to interpret and summarize complex technical and business situations.
· Familiarity with AI tools and a natural aptitude for smart, out-of-the-box thinking in solving technical or operational challenges.
· Strong organizational and reporting abilities, capable of managing multiple projects independently.
· Confident representing the company in client meetings, site visits, and technical discussions.
· Experience in international or cross-functional collaboration, with an ability to adapt communication style to different audiences.
· Skills in AutoCAD and Adobe InDesign are preferred.
· Self-driven, well-organized, and comfortable working remotely within an international environment.
· Based in Dublin or surrounding areas, with frequent travel across Ireland and the UK.
· Fluent in English (spoken and written).
· A proactive team player with a problem-solving attitude and a genuine interest in fire safety and innovation.
· Driven by curiosity, integrity, and a passion for making buildings safer.
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What We Offer
· Join a global leader in ventilation and fire safety.
· Be part of an innovative and multicultural division with a strong international network of partners and licensees.
· Enjoy an autonomous, flexible, and international work environment, where collaboration and diversity drive innovation.
· Take part in continuous learning, travel, and professional growth within Lindab’s Fire Protection Division.
· Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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