> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1161122-head-of-fire-testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1161122-head-of-fire-testing). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Fire Testing - **Company:** Etex Group - **Location:** Tisselt (Willebroek), Belgium - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Strategies of Testing, Data Management - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://be.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f171cefc3eafacfb ## About the Role * Proved experience in fire testing, certification, or related engineering fields. * Strong technical communication skills with the ability to engage with both internal teams and external regulatory bodies. * Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to prioritise testing based on commercial impact * Proven leadership and coaching experience within a distributed environment * Strong business acumen to balance cost, value, and market needs * Ability to build and leverage internal and external networks * A proactive, hands-on mindset with a focus on continuous improvement * High attention to detail with strong organisational and data management skills ## Description We are seeking a Head of Fire Testing to lead and optimise all fire testing activities for the Promat brand globally. In this role, you will maximise the return on testing investments by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and accelerating time-to-market. You will align fire testing strategy with commercial priorities, ensuring the right tests are delivered at the right time to support growth, compliance, and expansion into new markets. You will lead fire testing and certification teams, manage internal and external partnerships, and drive continuous improvement across all testing operations. Fire testing is a critical enabler of Promat's success, supporting regulatory compliance and sustaining growth within the passive fire protection sector. What You'll Do * Drive revenue growth through faster, more targeted fire testing strategies * Lead and optimise global fire testing planning and execution * Manage internal facilities and external testing partnerships * Identify and prioritise testing needs aligned with commercial strategy * Support innovation in new applications and emerging markets * Improve efficiency, cost control, and time-to-market across testing activities * Provide leadership and direction to a global, distributed team ## Related Videos - [Your Testing Strategy is broken - lets fix it!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1672-your-testing-strategy-is-broken-lets-fix-it) - [Why I Love End-2-End Tests and How To Get Them Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/996-why-i-love-end-2-end-tests-and-how-to-get-them-right) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [To Me My X-Tests! - Mutation testing Strategies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1959-to-me-my-x-tests-mutation-testing-strategies) ## Related Articles - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)