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The Ingis Safety team has over 60 years combined experience in the passive fire protection and construction industry and we are only getting stronger. We drive to be the leading experts in passive fire protection and compartmentation.
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With memberships and affiliations with the Fire Protection Association, Institute of Fire Engineers and the Institute of Fire Safety Managers, Ingis Safety are continually involved with the latest developments in fire safety and building compliance.
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Our consultants have extensive knowledge of passive fire protection systems so we know the right product for the right situation. We work closely with numerous major manufacturers meaning we can specify the latest and best systems for the job.
Fire Risk Assessor | Fire Safety Consultant | Fire Safety Trainer
Marcos joined Ignis Safety Consultants Ltd in 2024 and has developed rapidly into a trusted and technically capable member of the team. He delivers detailed fire risk assessments across residential, commercial and mixed use premises, including higher risk and complex buildings.
He also serves as a retained firefighter with the States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service. This operational role provides direct experience of fire behaviour, emergency response, and real world evacuation scenarios. That frontline insight strengthens the practicality and realism of his consultancy work.
In addition to fire risk assessment, Marcos delivers fire safety training to both private and commercial clients. He is the voice behind Ignis’ online training courses, guiding learners through fire awareness, extinguisher use, and emergency procedures with clarity and authority. His sessions combine regulatory knowledge with operational experience, en
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Managing Director | Fire Risk Assessor | Fire Safety Consultant
Charles joined Ignis Safety Consultants Ltd in 2020, beginning his role as a Fire Safety Technician and developing his expertise through hands on involvement in fire risk assessments, compartmentation surveys, and compliance reviews across a wide range of premises.
In 2024, he became Managing Director, taking responsibility for the company’s technical standards, client relationships, and strategic direction. His progression within the business reflects a strong grounding in practical assessment work combined with a clear understanding of regulatory application within Jersey.
Charles has developed particular expertise in healthcare and heritage buildings, where fire safety must be carefully balanced against operational needs, occupant vulnerability, and historic fabric. His work in these sectors requires proportionate judgement, careful strategy development, and a detailed understanding of both life safety risk and building constraints.
He regularly undertakes complex fire risk assessments and retrospective fire strategies, with a focus on defensible recommendations that stand up to enforcement and insurer scrutiny. His approach is direct, structured, and based on identifying genuine risk rather than defaulting to generic guidance.r
Charles holds third party accreditation and continues to advance his professional standing through structured development and higher tier recognition within the industry
He is committed to raising professional standards locally and ensuring that fire safety advice is competent, accountable, and practical.
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Lead Fire Safety Consultant
Martin is one of the original founders of Ignis Safety Consultants Ltd and serves as one of the company’s lead consultants. With over 25 years’ service in the States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service, including a decade as Head of Operations, he brings exceptional operational, strategic, and technical depth to the business.
His background combines formal architectural training with extensive senior command experience, giving him a rare and comprehensive understanding of buildings, construction, fire development, and real world emergency response. This dual perspective allows him to approach fire safety from both a design and enforcement mindset.
Martin leads on complex fire strategies, retrospective assessments, and high level consultancy roles across residential, commercial, healthcare, and mixed use developments. He is particularly strong in matters involving compartmentation, means of escape, structural fire protection, and the interaction between passive and active systems. His advice is grounded, practical, and based on decades of direct experience managing operational incidents and technical fire safety.
During his time with Jersey Fire and Rescue, he achieved qualifications in Technical Fire Safety, PAS 79 Fire Risk Assessment at advanced levels, and Fire Engineering principles. He remains a highly respected figure within the local fire safety community.
Martin’s knowledge, judgement, and measured approach make him a central pillar of the Ignis consultancy team.
Outside of work, if he is not reviewing drawings or walking a site, he is usually on his bike.
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Founding Member | Senior Fire Safety Consultant | Registered Fire Engineer
Martyn is one of the original founders of Ignis Safety Consultants Ltd and remains a senior consultant within the business. With 32 years of service in the States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service, retiring as Head of Fire Safety, he brings exceptional regulatory, operational, and strategic depth to the team.
He is a Registered Fire Engineer with the Institution of Fire Engineers through the Engineering Council, an accredited Life Safety Risk Assessor with the IFE, and a Graduate member of the Institution. He is also a Member of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers and a Chartered Manager with the Chartered Management Institute. His professional standing reflects both high level technical competence and senior leadership experience within regulatory fire safety.
During his Fire and Rescue Service career, Martyn progressed through operational and administrative ranks before promotion to Group Commander.
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Ignis Safety Consultants is proud to sponsor Vanguard’s participation in the F1 in Schools programme, supporting young people in developing engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.By backing this initiative, we help encourage the next generation of talent in science, technology, and innovation within the Channel Islands.
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Ignis Safety Consultants is proud to support the Jersey branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Association, helping raise awareness and contribute to the vital support provided to individuals and families affected by motor neurone disease on the Island. Through this support, we aim to assist the charity in continuing its work providing guidance, care, and practical assistance to those living with MND across Jersey.
