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Apprentice Fire Protection Technician

London & Greater London
Full-Time Apprenticeship

Start Your Career in a Specialist Construction Trade.

We’re looking for motivated, hands-on individuals to join NuColour as Apprentice Fire Protection Technicians. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist trade that protects buildings, businesses and lives.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals on live commercial and industrial projects while completing a recognised apprenticeship, gaining real qualifications, site experience and long-term career prospects.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an apprentice, you’ll be trained in all aspects of fire protection and specialist coatings, including:

  • Assisting with the preparation of steelwork for fire protection
  • Supporting the application of intumescent and protective coatings
  • Learning safe use of tools, equipment and access systems
  • Understanding site safety, quality standards and compliance requirements
  • Working alongside experienced operatives on live construction sites
  • Attending college as part of your apprenticeship programme

You’ll gain hands-on experience while developing the technical knowledge required to progress into a skilled trade role.

What We’re Looking For
  • A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Good timekeeping and a positive attitude
  • Interest in construction, engineering or technical trades
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
  • Commitment to completing an apprenticeship programme

No previous experience is required, just the right attitude and motivation.

What We Offer
  • Above-national apprenticeship pay
  • Fully funded training and qualifications
  • Clear progression pathway into a skilled trade role
  • Company vehicle provided once trained and competent
  • Work on major commercial and infrastructure projects
  • Supportive team environment with experienced mentors
Career Progression

Many of our senior team started in hands-on roles. Successful apprentices can progress into:

  • Qualified Fire Protection Technician
  • Senior Applicator
  • Supervisor or Team Leader
  • Technical or Surveying roles

This is a long term career opportunity, not just a job.

Our company

How To Apply

If you’re motivated, reliable and want to build a career in a growing technical industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply with a short introduction and your CV.
"Good lads, easy to work with, delivered the intumescent works on our Piccadilly project professionally and kept on top of QA throughout."
— Ciprian
GEMCO Contracts
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"Good lads, easy to work with, delivered the intumescent works on our Piccadilly project professionally and kept on top of QA throughout."
— Ciprian
GEMCO Contracts
From the founder

“After a decade in the protective coatings industry, I built FireCoatings to deliver compliant fire protection without unnecessary noise — just clear documentation, a controlled application process, and professional site practice.”

Myles Howson
Managing Director

Current Opportunities

We are always looking for skilled and motivated people across surveying, technical and operational disciplines.
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Hand in black glove holding a blue infrared thermometer showing 20.1°C and a black temperature and humidity meter showing 18.5°C, 73.2% relative humidity, and 13.6°C dew point.
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Featured Projects

Steel Fire Protection Delivered

Representative projects demonstrating our methodology across sectors and steel types.
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"Thank you Myles and team for all your hard work on this one. It wasn't easy working around the schedule but you got it done without causing any further issues. It was a pleasure to work with you."
Chris
Project Manager, Millcroft Services
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"NuColour worked efficiently around our programme and delivered a on time at late notice. The team were organised, flexible, and professional throughout the works."
Ciprian
Site Manager, Principal Contractor – GEMCO
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