Electrical Fire Safety Technician – Projects (Field)

BGIS; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Salary increases

Licences & training

Equipment provided

Referral bonus

Health & wellbeing

Novated leasing

Parental leave

On-call allowance

Career progression

Job summary

HIX, part of BGIS, is seeking three experienced Fire Safety Technicians (Electrical) - Projects to join our Penrith team. You will install, commission and rectify fire detection and life safety systems across commercial, industrial and government facilities.

With a company vehicle, tools and a supportive team, you’ll develop skills and progress within critical infrastructure projects while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Current Electrical Licence (essential).
• Demonstrated experience within the Fire Services Industry.
• Strong experience installing and commissioning fire detection systems, EWIS, VESDA and associated equipment.
• Experience with fault finding, repairs and system rectifications.
• Experience installing exit and emergency lighting systems.
• Ability to program Fire Indicator Panels (highly regarded).
• Current Driver's Licence (essential).
• Construction White Card (essential).
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and fire industry requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, test and rectify fire detection and alarm systems.
• Install and commission Fire Indicator Panels (FIPs), EWIS, VESDA, smoke and heat detectors.
• Conduct fault finding, diagnostics, repairs and troubleshooting of fire safety systems and components.
• Install, upgrade and rectify exit and emergency lighting systems.
• Assist with Full Function Fire Testing (FFFT) and commissioning activities.
• Complete inspection, testing and maintenance on a variety of fire protection systems.
• Accurately complete safety, quality and project documentation.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to deliver high workmanship and service.
• Assist with site assessments, planning, quoting and technical recommendations.
• Work with Project Managers and teams to deliver projects safely and on schedule.
• Participate in on-call and emergency response activities.
• Maintain compliance with Australian Standards and company policies.

Skills

Electrical Licence

Driver's Licence

Fire Services experience

Fault finding

Education

White Card

Job description

HIX, part of BGIS, is seeking three experienced Fire Safety Technicians (Electrical) - Projects to join our Penrith team. You will install, commission and rectify fire detection and life safety systems across commercial, industrial and government facilities.

With a company vehicle, tools and a supportive team, you’ll develop skills and progress within critical infrastructure projects while maintaining high safety and quality standards.