Experienced Fire Indicator Panel Technician

Detector Inspector Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Detector Inspector Essential Services is seeking an experienced Fire Indicator Panel (FIP) Technician to join our Melbourne-based team. The role involves programming, fault finding, installation and upgrades across commercial properties, with after-hours call-outs as required.

You will work under the FIP Division Manager, mentoring junior technicians and contributing to project work and system upgrades. A strong focus on safety and accurate reporting is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Fire Indicator Panels and fire detection systems.
• Strong experience in FIP programming, fault finding and system commissioning.
• Experience with FIP installations, upgrades and module replacement.
• Ability to mentor other technicians and provide technical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Programming and commissioning Fire Indicator Panels and associated systems.
• Fault finding, diagnosis and rectification of fire detection and alarm systems.
• Installation and commissioning of new Fire Indicator Panels and equipment.
• Replacement of faulty modules and project work on FIP upgrades.
• Participating in after-hours call-outs and reporting on completed works.

Skills

Fire Indicator Panels

FIP programming

fault finding

system commissioning

installation

project work

mentoring technicians

technical reporting

safety compliance

Job description

DETECTOR INSPECTOR ESSENTIAL SERVICES PTY LTD

Fire & Safety / Trades & Services

Full time

$110,000 – $130,000 per year

Are you an experienced Fire Indicator Panel (FIP) Technician looking for your next opportunity?

Detector Inspector Essential Services is currently looking to invest in an experienced FIP Technician to join our growing Fire Indicator Panel division. Working closely with the FIP Division Manager, this role will suit someone with strong technical skills, initiative and a genuine interest in developing their career within the fire industry.

We are looking for someone who is confident working independently, enjoys solving technical problems and is comfortable assisting and mentoring other technicians. The successful applicant will have strong experience with fire indicator panels and fire detection systems and be capable of undertaking programming, fault finding, installations, module replacement and project work.

The role will be predominantly based across metropolitan Melbourne, with both scheduled work and call‑out requirements, including after‑hours work when required.

About Us:

Detector Inspector Essential Services manages the essential safety measures within commercial and residential buildings across Victoria. Our clients are prominent commercial real estate agencies, Owners Corporations and facility management firms.

We are a close team, so you will be part of a friendly and exciting work culture. We value initiative, a work‑life balance and people with a solution‑focused attitude.

About the role:

Working closely with the FIP Division Manager, you will be responsible for completing a range of fire detection and alarm system works across commercial and retail properties, factories and high‑rise buildings throughout metropolitan Melbourne.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Programming and commissioning Fire Indicator Panels and associated fire detection systems.
• Fault finding, diagnosis and rectification of fire detection and alarm systems.
• Installation and commissioning of new Fire Indicator Panels and associated equipment.
• Replacement of faulty or obsolete modules, detectors and other FIP components.
• Completing FIP upgrades, modifications and project works.
• Attending and rectifying fire system faults and call‑outs.
• Participating in after‑hours call‑out work as required.
• Assisting other technicians with complex fault finding and technical issues.
• Providing technical guidance and support to other members of the FIP team.
• Training and mentoring FIP trainees and developing technicians.
• Assisting the FIP Division Manager with technical projects and system upgrades.
• Completing service work on fire detection systems as required.
• Providing clear and accurate reporting of completed works, faults and compliance issues.
• Maintaining a high standard of workmanship and ensuring all work is completed in accordance with relevant standards and company procedures.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Proven experience working with Fire Indicator Panels and fire detection systems.
• Strong experience in FIP programming, fault finding and system commissioning.
• Experience with FIP installations, upgrades and module replacement.
• Experience working on projects and completing technical installations.
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to confidently work independently and make sound technical decisions.
• Ability to assist, train and mentor other technicians.
• Professional client interaction and communication skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to complete accurate reports and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with the FIP Division Manager and wider team.
• Comfortable undertaking both scheduled work and emergency call‑outs.
• Comfortable with after‑hours work when required.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and compliance.
• Reliable, self‑motivated and well presented.
• A willingness to continue developing your technical knowledge and skills.
• Be a part of a collaborative culture with open communication.
• Join a well‑established company with a reputable name in the industry.
• Work closely with an experienced FIP Division Manager.
• Opportunity to develop into a senior technical or leadership role.
• Opportunity to train and mentor the next generation of FIP technicians.