Fire Alarm Tester & Inspector - Growth & Training

Force Fire Services P/L; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Supportive team culture

Growth opportunities

Life safety mission

Job summary

Force Fire Services P/L in Parramatta is seeking an experienced Dry Fire Tester / Fire Alarm Technician to inspect, test, maintain and install fire detection and electrical fire protection systems across commercial, industrial and residential sites. You will perform routine inspections to AS1851, test EWIS, detectors and MCPs, and ensure exit and emergency lighting compliance to AS2293.

The role requires fault-finding, independent work and teamwork, plus accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire alarm inspection and testing.
• Strong understanding of AS1851 and fire safety compliance requirements.
• Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspection and testing of fire alarm systems in accordance with AS1851.
• Test EWIS systems, smoke detectors, heat detectors and manual call points (MCPs).
• Inspect and test exit and emergency lighting in accordance with AS2293.
• Carry out passive fire inspections, including fire doors and penetrations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults across fire alarm, EWIS and emergency lighting systems.
• Attend reactive service requests, breakdowns and emergency call-outs.
• Carry out repairs, replacements and defect rectification to restore systems to full working order.
• Identify faulty components, wiring issues and system malfunctions.
• Test and verify system functionality following repairs.
• Identify additional works and recommend repairs or replacement where required.
• Complete accurate service reports, breakdown records and compliance documentation.
• Escalate major defects and complex faults to management.
• Ensure all works comply with relevant Australian Standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Fire alarm inspection

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing

FPAS accreditation

Job description

Force Fire Services P/L in Parramatta is seeking an experienced Dry Fire Tester / Fire Alarm Technician to inspect, test, maintain and install fire detection and electrical fire protection systems across commercial, industrial and residential sites. You will perform routine inspections to AS1851, test EWIS, detectors and MCPs, and ensure exit and emergency lighting compliance to AS2293.

The role requires fault-finding, independent work and teamwork, plus accurate reporting.