Fire Alarm Engineer

About the Client

Our Client provides fire alarm installation, commissioning and maintenance services across a varied customer base, from individual retail units to office blocks. This opportunity suits an experienced engineer with skills across multiple fire alarm systems.

Roles/Responsibilities

Carry out planned servicing and preventative maintenance across customer sites.
Diagnose faults and complete repairs using technical knowledge and practical troubleshooting skills.
Undertake small works, installation and commissioning of fire alarm systems.
Support larger installation projects, with opportunities to develop installation skills.
Deliver work in accordance with applicable British Standards and health and safety requirements.
Manage scheduled tasks and meet deadlines while providing a professional customer service.Qualifications

At least seven years’ experience in fire alarm maintenance and installation.
FIA Installation and Maintenance module qualification.
Experience with both open and closed protocol fire alarm systems.
Electrical design experience incorporating fire alarm systems.
Working knowledge of BS 5839 and current health and safety requirements.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
Full UK driving licence.
Gent and Notifier panel experience is particularly desirable; the upper salary range is available to engineers with broader installation, commissioning and servicing expertise.Benefits

Basic salary of £38,000–£45,000, depending on experience.
Commission in addition to basic salary.
Permanent employment.
Varied work across servicing, repairs, installation and commissioning.Opportunities to develop installation skills through larger projects