John Maguire FISDip, SFIDip

Meet John – nickname ‘the boss’

John has almost two decades worth of experience in the Passive Fire Protection industry and has worked on many major projects around the country. John’s knowledge and expertise are second to none and he has managed many projects of different values across the country. The experience John has gained in the industry have enabled him to acquire a vast amount of certification and qualifications which include Fire Stopping Inspection Diploma and Structural Steel Inspection Diploma.  These have supported me with my ambition in becoming a managing director.

When I started out in the industry in 2001, and after gaining a vast amount of experience and knowledge, I then went on to found JM Passive Fire Protection in 2016, the company has since grown into one of the major players within the industry, and now working with a large amount of Tier A contractors.

In 2015 I then went on to work as a Contracts Manager, and whilst working in this role I managed many projects around the country where I built up an understanding that communication is key in getting all projects over the finish line. I also managed to build a very strong relationship with all clients, suppliers and contractors some of whom I keep in contact with today. Since starting the company in 2016, I have built up a very strong client base and continue to meet demands of new and old customers.

One thing I firmly believe in is I am only as good as the team I have around me, and we have all worked hard throughout the years in making the company what has become today, and we all have the passion and work ethic to keep growing, which will bring a lot more success in the future.

The growth of the company has exceeded my expectations as well as all the repeat customers we have. We are a trustworthy and reliable business and I am ready to continue the expansion of the company with a great team behind me.

Working within the public sector has enabled me to develop excellent communication skills and whilst working as the managing director within the team it is my duty to promote health and safety to all staff involved with JM Passive Fire Protection. I also pride myself on promoting a hands on approach, continuing to work closely with all operatives and working side by side with managers, surveyors and supervisors on site, so they all know what is expected in producing high quality and correctly installed work. Click here to see all our services we now offer at JM Passive Fire Protection.

On a personal level I love going to watch my team Everton with my two boys, we have been season ticket holders for as long as I can remember. I am also keen golfer and enjoy a round on the course when we get the weather!

We are very committed to making a difference to our local community and as a company we sponsor a professional boxer Peter McGrail and we look forward to watching him fulfil his dream and supporting him along the way.

My son plays for a local football team which we also proudly sponsor to allow children enjoy their passion of the game.

Dimitar Dimitrov

I have over 13 years’ experience in the Passive Fire Protection Industry.

I have had numerous responsibilities in my earlier fire protection roles varying from operational and management to Contract Supervisor, Senior Contracts Supervisor and now progressing to Contracts Manager. I have been able to adapt the skills and knowledge to my current role and have taken a lot of knowledge and good communication skills into this position with both clients and employees

I’ve been working on multiple North West projects since joining JM Passive Fire Protection in February 2019. I am a team player and am looking forward to extending my knowledge and experience with JM Passive Fire Protection. I’m looking forward to working on and seeing the progress of company.

Thomas Newcombe

Meet Thomas – nickname ‘Tommy or Beast’

Tommy has worked with us at JM Passive Fire Protection for 5 years now bringing a wealth of knowledge to the team, Tommy has worked previously in the construction industry and many years experience of supervising large contracts across the country. Health & safety is at the heart of everything he does here including attending sites to ensure operatives have everything they need to conduct the job to a high standard.

Since joining the business I now have over 3 years of Passive Fire Protection Service experience including completing qualifications in FSID, NVQ Level 2 Skilled Worker, NVQ Level 3 Site Supervisor & IPAF Pal Card

It is exciting to be part of the ever growing team we have built here and I look forward to being part of that for many years to come.

In his personal time Tommy likes to any sports which include football,  golf and darts. He is also an Everton season ticket holder, so am sure there are some interesting conversations with ‘the boss’ on a Monday morning!

Tommy also thinks going to the gym once a month is enough to keep him looking good and he never finishes one TV series before starting another!

John Harrison Maguire

Meet John – nickname ‘little John’

After leaving school with all his GCSE’s John entered straight into the world of work, keen to understand how the business works and learn as much as he could to develop his own skill set.

Overall John has worked at JM Passive Fire Protection for 4 years, John started his career working out in field learning everything he needed to know about the business, understanding how the projects work. John is now office based supporting and developing each project the business has, ensuring they are on target for completion when they should be.

In his spare time John enjoys going to watch football in particular Everton.

Clare Threlfall

Meet Clare – nickname ‘Threlly Thrells’

I have worked at JM Passive Fire Protection Training Academy as the Academy Manager for 18 months.

As the JM Passive Fire Protection Academy Manager I deliver training and development to those already working within the Passive Fire Protection industry who would like to gain a deeper understanding and gain a qualification or upskill.

We also support anyone new to the sector wanting to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding and source sustainable employment. We work with NEET individuals sourcing the right training and employability skills for them and help them into the world of work.

My previous experience including teaching at primary schools across Liverpool for almost twenty years, this is how I became interested in helping young people who were facing difficulties in a variety of capacities to overcome challenges. I gained a vast amount of experience supporting young people and adults who had faced trauma, either in childhood or adulthood and found ways to offer support that would help them with their learning and ultimately into employment.

During my journey I have gained qualifications including, BA QTS HONS English Literature and Education, Mental health first aid, First Aid at Work, Independent Fire Training Fire Stopping Course, ABBE levels 2 and 3 in Fire Risk Assessment.

In my personal time I love watching football, MMA and boxing.

I love going to the gym but only at 5am! We also love going to watch live music, can’t beat a good concert!

Shaun Sayer

Meet Shaun – nickname ‘Saygo or Cakes (as in Sayers Cakes)’

Shaun has worked with JM Passive Fire Protection as a quantity surveyor for 9 months. Shaun has worked in the construction industry for over 50 years in a variety of interesting roles throughout the UK, with his experience largely being gained in the fire protection industry. Shaun has been employed by a number of the major specialist sub-contractors. He also had a short spell working in the automotive industry and sales, none compare with working in the construction industry.

Over his career Shaun has earned many qualifications and experience within the sector and has proudly completed a BSc in Quantity Surveying.

Away from the office and Shaun enjoys DIY, gardening, reading and is one of the few LFC fans in the team.

Fun fact, Shaun was junior arm wrestling champion, skinny arm division of the North Korean League 1969-73.

He considers himself still young at heart with 50 years of experience!

He also considers himself very much a pragmatist who meets problems head on and finds a solution to every problem I encounter. I am a team player who is always willing to lend a hand where needed.

Harry Sumner

Meet Harry – nickname ‘Hazza or H’

Harry has worked with us at JM Passive Fire Protection for the last 4 years. During his time here he developed and achieved qualifications including NVQ L2 Diploma and IPAF.

Overall Harry has been a fire stopper for 7 years and enjoys building his career in the industry.

Harry’s hobbies include attending festivals and buying new clothes very week!

Arturas Ribcinskis

Meet Arturas

Arturas has worked with us here at JM Passive Fire Protection the last 4 years now.

He brings to his role as supervisor 19 years in the construction industry with 5 of those years working as a fire stopper. During his career Arturas has proudly completed qualifications and gained experience including NVQ Level 2, NVQ Level 3, Firas, Spraying Supervisor, Fire Stopping Supervisor and fire barrier supervisor.

In his role as supervisor for the business he prides himself on being a responsible and friendly person, who leads by example on each project he is part of.

When not working Arturas enjoys getting out and relaxing by going fishing, hiking or going travelling!

Callum Sumner

Meet Callum

Callum has worked with us at JM Passive Fire Protection coming up to 6 years now.

He has worked in the industry for over 7 years and has gained qualifications in level 2 passive fire protection, level 2 plumbing, rock wool FirePro education, Firas supervisor accredited, SSSTS site supervisor and First Aid trained.

Callum proudly takes the the lead on numerous of our projects ensuring they are completed in a timely manner keeping our contractors happy with the service they are receiving.

When he gets some down time Callum enjoys keeping himself fit by going to the gym!

Maria Newcombe

Meet Maria – nickname ‘Magz or Moo’

Maria is our office administrator here at JM Passive Fire Protection and many years of experience to managing the team and bringing everything together.

From organizing colleagues day to day activities from taking calls from clients, for Maria there are never two days the same here in the office! Maria re-joined the team in May after taking a short break.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the office Maria loves going to watch her beloved Everton, she has been a season ticket holder for 30 years!

Rhys Mosher

Meet Rhys – nickname ‘Mosh’

Rhys has worked with us at JM Passive Fire Protection for the past 3 years, during this he has achieved his L2 NVQ in Fire Stopping. Overall Rhys has worked in the fire stopping industry for 5 years. He enjoys working on the different projects we have within the business and being out on site learning new skills everyday.

Away from the office Rhys enjoys attending festivals, going on holiday and watching football.

Fun fact Rhys is fluent in Spanish which is useful when going on so many holidays!

Gerrard James