Fire Alarm Engineer

Location

London

Salary or rate

£47,000 per year

Contract type

Permanent

Hours or shifts

40 hours per week

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to join our growing team on a permanent basis, based in Crawley and covering the Home Counties including Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Surrey and Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Fire Alarm Engineer looking for long term stability, varied project work and genuine career progression within a supportive and professional environment.

As a Fire Alarm Engineer, you will be responsible for installation, commissioning, servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systems across a diverse customer base. The Fire Alarm Engineer role offers exposure to retail units, office blocks and larger commercial premises, providing varied and technically interesting work. This position would suit a proactive Fire Alarm Engineer who takes pride in delivering high quality workmanship and excellent customer service.

The successful Fire Alarm Engineer will work both independently and as part of a wider engineering team, ensuring all systems meet current British Standards and health and safety legislation. If you are a motivated Fire Alarm Engineer seeking a permanent opportunity in Crawley with a competitive salary, this role offers a strong platform for long term development.

Key responsibilities

• Carrying out planned service and maintenance tasks on a varied customer base from retail units to office blocks

• Completing a range of duties from small works through to full commissioning of fire alarm systems

• Supporting larger installation projects for those keen to further develop installation skills

• Using existing knowledge and experience to fault find effectively and efficiently

• Delivering a comprehensive service to customers in accordance with British Standards within a defined geographical area

• Ensuring all documentation and certification is completed accurately and on time

Skills and experience required

Essential

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fire system maintenance and installation

• FIA Installation and Maintenance Module

• Experience of open and closed protocol fire alarm systems

• Electrical design experience with a fire alarm element

• Working knowledge of BS5839 and current health and safety legislation

• Ability to work to time sensitive deadlines

• Strong problem solving ability and attention to detail

• Full UK driving licence

What is on offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000 per year

• Permanent, full time position

• 40 hours per week with stable working pattern

• Opportunity to work across a varied and interesting portfolio of sites

• Career development opportunities within a growing business

How to apply

If you are an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer looking for a permanent opportunity in Crawley, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply today with your up to date CV to be considered for this Fire Alarm Engineer position.