Fire Alarm Technician / Licensed Electrician – QBCC
Guardian Safety Solutions Pty Ltd
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Guardian Safety Solutions Pty Ltd in Australia is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Technician / Licensed Electrician to join our Queensland and Northern NSW operations. You will service a broad range of fire protection systems across commercial, industrial, healthcare and retail facilities, with a focus on inspection, testing, maintenance and fault rectification.
You will work independently yet be part of a national team, with emphasis on safety, documentation and client liaison.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in fire protection servicing, testing or repair.
- Current QBCC licence or eligibility to obtain the appropriate licence.
- Ability to independently identify faults and recommend rectifications.
- Strong communication and customer-service skills.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, test and service fire protection systems per AS 1851 and standards.
- Diagnose faults on fire alarm systems and related equipment.
- Maintain comprehensive service records and compliance documentation.
- Liaise with clients and coordinate with other trades as needed.
- Support larger upgrades, installations and commissioning projects.
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Guardian Safety Solutions Pty Ltd – Coolangatta QLD
Guardian Safety Solutions Pty Ltd
Location: Gold Coast / Brisbane / Northern NSW
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Position
Fire Alarm Technician / Licensed Electrician
Guardian Safety Solutions Pty Ltd
Guardian Safety Solutions is seeking an experienced and motivated Fire Alarm Technician / Licensed Electrician / Fire Protection Technician to join our growing Queensland and Northern NSW operations, servicing commercial, industrial, healthcare, aged care and retail facilities.
Guardian Safety Solutions is an established, family-owned Australian fire protection and electrical compliance company, providing essential fire safety services to clients across multiple states and territories.
With offices in Newcastle and Sydney and an expanding national client base, we are committed to delivering high-quality fire protection services, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring compliance with relevant Australian Standards.
We are looking for a skilled technician who takes pride in their workmanship, demonstrates strong technical knowledge and is capable of working independently while contributing to a supportive national team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fire industry professional looking for long-term employment, career development and the opportunity to contribute to our continued growth in Queensland and Northern NSW.
Reporting to the National Operations and Service Managers and working alongside our national technical and service teams, you will be responsible for the inspection, testing, servicing, preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs, installation and commissioning of a broad range of fire protection systems and equipment across a diverse range of properties.
While experience in fire detection and alarm systems is highly regarded, the role will also involve general fire protection servicing, maintenance and repairs across both electrical and non-electrical fire safety systems.
These systems include fire extinguishers, fire blankets, fire hose reels, fire hydrants, fire pumps, sprinkler systems, emergency and exit lighting, fire detection and alarm systems and associated essential fire safety equipment.
The successful applicant will be confident working independently, identifying and resolving technical issues, communicating with clients and maintaining accurate compliance documentation.
The role will involve both scheduled preventative maintenance and reactive service works, with opportunities to undertake larger system upgrades, installations, defect rectification and commissioning projects.
Conduct routine inspection, testing and preventative maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems in accordance with AS 1851 and applicable Australian Standards.
Diagnose, troubleshoot and rectify faults on Fire Indicator Panels (FIPs), detection systems and associated equipment.
Service, maintain, repair and commission fire alarm systems, Emergency Warning and Intercommunication Systems (EWIS) and Occupant Warning Systems (OWS).
Undertake fire detection system installations, modifications, upgrades and defect rectification works.
Inspect, test and maintain smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual call points, alarm sounders and associated detection equipment.
Undertake testing of fire system interfaces, including mechanical shutdowns, smoke control systems, sprinkler monitoring, lift interfaces and other associated fire safety systems.
Interpret electrical drawings, fire system schematics, cause-and-effect matrices and technical documentation.
Undertake routine inspection, testing, preventative maintenance, fault identification and repairs across a broad range of fire protection systems and equipment, including:
Portable fire extinguishers – Routine inspections, servicing, maintenance, replacement and compliance checks.
Fire blankets – Inspection, condition assessment and replacement where required.
Fire hose reels – Inspection, testing, maintenance, repairs and replacement of defective components.
Fire hydrant systems – Routine inspections, operational testing, pressure and flow testing, maintenance and defect identification.
Fire sprinkler systems – Routine inspections, testing and maintenance of sprinkler control valves, alarm valves, flow switches, pressure switches and associated equipment.
Fire pumps and pump sets – Routine inspections, operational testing, maintenance and fault identification on electric and diesel fire pump systems.
Emergency and exit lighting – Routine inspections, discharge testing, fault diagnosis, replacement and repairs in accordance with AS/NZS 2293.
Fire doors and smoke doors – Routine inspections, operational testing, identification of defects and minor repairs where appropriately qualified.
Passive fire protection – Inspection and identification of defects associated with fire-rated penetrations, fire seals, fire-rated construction and other passive fire safety measures.
Smoke alarms – Inspection, testing, maintenance and replacement.
Fire detection and suppression systems – Inspection and testing of associated equipment and interfaces.
Other essential fire safety measures – Inspection, testing, maintenance and identification of defects across other fire protection systems as required.
The successful applicant is not expected to be experienced in every system listed above. However, a willingness to undertake training and develop additional competencies across the broader fire protection industry is essential.
Complete scheduled monthly, six-monthly, annual and other periodic fire safety inspections and maintenance activities.
Identify fire safety defects, non-compliances and equipment requiring repair or replacement.
Maintain accurate service records, asset information, defect reports and compliance documentation using our Uptick service management platform.
Assist with annual fire safety inspections, system testing and associated compliance reporting.
Liaise professionally with clients, facility managers, contractors and other stakeholders.
Coordinate with other trades and contractors when undertaking integrated fire system testing or repairs.
Assist with emergency breakdowns and after-hours call-outs when required.
Ensure all works are undertaken safely and in accordance with relevant legislation, licensing requirements, Australian Standards and company procedures.
Demonstrated experience in the fire protection industry, including servicing, maintaining, testing or repairing fire safety systems and equipment.
Current QBCC licence covering relevant fire protection work, or eligibility to obtain the appropriate licence.
Experience servicing fire detection and alarm systems and/or general fire protection equipment.
Sound understanding of AS 1851 and relevant Australian Standards applicable to fire protection inspection, testing and maintenance.
Ability to independently identify faults, investigate defects and recommend appropriate rectification works.
Ability to complete accurate service reports and identify non-compliances.
Current Australian driver's licence.
Strong communication, time management and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently, manage daily workloads and contribute positively to a team environment.
Commitment to workplace health and safety and delivering quality workmanship.
Willingness to undertake additional training and expand technical capabilities across multiple fire protection disciplines.
Inspection, testing and servicing of portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets.
Fire hose reel maintenance and repairs.
Fire hydrant testing, maintenance and repairs.
Fire sprinkler system inspection, testing and maintenance.
Fire pump testing, maintenance and basic fault diagnosis.
Emergency and exit lighting inspection, testing and repairs.
Fire door and smoke door inspections.
Fire and smoke damper testing.
Passive fire protection inspections and defect identification.
Annual and periodic maintenance in accordance with AS 1851.
Experience completing compliance inspections and preparing detailed defect reports.
Experience using Uptick or similar electronic service management software.
Experience working in hospitals, aged care facilities, commercial buildings, retail facilities and industrial environments.
Experience undertaking integrated fire system testing and coordinating with other contractors.
Experience assisting with fire safety compliance inspections and annual fire safety documentation.
At Guardian Safety Solutions, we recognise that experienced, reliable and technically capable employees are essential to our continued success.
We offer:
Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications, experience and technical capabilities.
Fully maintained company vehicle for work-related use.
Company phone, uniforms and required tools and equipment.
Permanent, full-time employment with an established and growing national company.
Opportunity to work across a broad range of fire protection systems, equipment and commercial facilities.
Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
Opportunities to obtain additional industry qualifications and expand existing competencies.
Support from experienced management and our national technical and service teams.
A supportive, family-owned business environment where initiative, technical knowledge and quality workmanship are valued.
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