Who are we?
FTG is a trusted specialist in AOV smoke ventilation engineering and maintenance with over 35 years of expertise. We deliver full lifecycle services, from inspection and maintenance support to installation, commissioning, and long-term servicing of smoke control systems across hospitals, residential developments, offices, theatres and more!
We’re serious about quality and compliance, with ISO 9001, BS 99001, CHAS, Constructionline Gold, and IFC Installer certification under our belt. We’re also proud members of the Smoke Control Association, so we’re always aligned with the latest standards and industry best practices.
Who we’re looking for
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Health Benefits
Generous Holiday Allowance
Healthshield
PerkboxOur Vision
To provide compliant and safe smoke ventilation solutions in all building types across the UK, raising the bar of smoke ventilation standards throughout the industry and inspiring confidence in building owners to use FTG as their go to smoke ventilation specialist.
Our Mission
To safely install, commission and maintain all types of smoke ventilation, dampers and AOV systems by supplying high quality products and unparalleled workmanship, creating a safer environment for all of us living and working in those buildings in the event of a fire.
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Meet some of the team
I completed my apprenticeship with FTG and am now starting my journey through the career structure. The training and support we receive is so good.
I have worked for FTG for many years as a subcontractor and more recently a permanent member of the team. I have always felt respected and supported by them and enjoy passing my skills on to the newer members of the team.
Everything changed for me after joining FTG, brilliant company to work for, great benefits, great salary and career progression is in your own hands.
Our Roles
Engineers
Our Engineer roles combine smoke control expertise with formal electrotechnical qualifications. If you’re an approved electrician or hold equivalent certifications, these positions can make use of your electrical skills alongside specialist smoke ventilation knowledge.
Senior Commissioning Engineer - Quality Supervisor
Senior Commissioning Engineer
Commissioning Engineer
Installation Engineer
Technicians
Our Technician roles are perfect for those with hands-on smoke ventilation experience who may not hold formal electrical qualifications. You’ll work with a wide range of systems, using your product knowledge and practical skills to keep buildings safe and compliant.
Commissioning Technician - Smoke Vent Systems
Installation Technician - Smoke Vent Systems
Smoke Ventilation Maintenance Technician
Smoke Ventilation Maintenance Assistant
No Role for You?
We have engineer and technician roles available, but if nothing listed feels like ‘you’ then don’t worry. If you’re passionate, eager to learn, and ready to grow, drop us your CV and a personal intro. We’d love to meet someone just like you.
UPLOAD CVDiscover Recent Projects
AstraZeneca
The controls were difficult in conception being able to fulfil the client's expectations because we used the SE Controls Shevtec range we were able to meet every requirement.
Great Ormond Street Hospital
To reuse the existing dampers and doors to get a functional system for occupation in September by the 2022 intake of students.
Goldsmid House
To reuse the existing dampers and doors to get a functional system for occupation in September by the 2022 intake of students.
Nomura Bank
We were contacted originally in 2020 to investigate and maintain a multi smoke shaft system with Bilco staircase roof hatches in the city by upper Thames Street.
Harbour Central
Harbour Central is a vast residential new build on the Isle of Dogs, we are currently installing and commissioning a smoke ventilation system.
Odessa Street
Odessa Street is a new build apartment block in SE16. Our brief was to install a smoke vent system to a design by others, completely driven by the cloud for natural ventilation and activation by the fire alarm system.
Portcullis House
Portcullis House atrium originally built in 2000 and had been beset with mechanical problems when attempting to open the diamond shaped glass roof vents.
Bournehall House
Bournehall House was an office development converted into apartments, we were contacted to install a modern smoke ventilation system. We commissioned a fire engineered solution via a CFD Model.
Blackhorse Lane
Blackhorse Lane project involved providing a solution for hot corridors and air changes in the common areas, with complete control from the cloud.