Fire Service Technician

Survival Solutions; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company mobile phone

Uniform provided

On-site gym

Job summary

Survival Solutions Fire Protection is seeking an experienced Fire Service Technician to service and inspect fire protection equipment across the NSW Central Coast, Hunter and Newcastle regions. You will complete initial and annual fire safety services and report via Uptick, with duties including installing alarms and evacuation diagrams.

You must have prior fire service experience, NCC/AS 1851 knowledge, and strong communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• Previous Fire Service Technician experience is essential.
• Knowledge of the NCC, relevant legislation and Australian Standards relating to fire safety.
• Understanding of AS 1851 and fire safety inspection and servicing requirements.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Confident using an iPad, phone and online systems for service reporting and documentation.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and service fire protection equipment and identify non-compliance.
• Conduct and manage initial and annual fire safety services.
• Complete service jobs using Uptick.
• Mark up and install evacuation diagrams.
• Install fire extinguishers and fire blankets.
• Install and program wireless smoke alarms.
• Assist our electrical and plumbing trades as required.
• Complete accurate service reports and documentation.
• Work in accordance with legislation, Australian Standards and company procedures.
• Report to the Operations Manager.

Skills

Fire service experience

NCC knowledge

Australian Standards

AS 1851 familiarity

Communication

Uptick familiarity

Organised

Time management

Reliability

Team player

Problem solving

Tools

Uptick

Job description

Survival Solutions Fire Protection is a locally owned and operated fire safety management business, established in 1998 by our current Managing Director, Jeff Terry.

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Fire Service Technician to join our team. Our head office is located in Tuggerah on the NSW Central Coast, with work primarily across the Central Coast, Hunter and Newcastle regions.

If you have experience in the fire protection industry, take pride in your work and are looking to join an established and growing business, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and service fire protection equipment and identify and report non-compliance.

• Conduct and manage initial and annual fire safety services.

• Complete service jobs using our online client management system, Uptick.

• Mark up and install evacuation diagrams.

• Install fire extinguishers and fire blankets.

• Install and program wireless smoke alarms.

• Assist our electrical and plumbing trades as required.

• Complete accurate service reports and documentation.

• Work in accordance with relevant legislation, Australian Standards and company procedures.

• Report to the Operations Manager.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working as a Fire Service Technician is essential.

• Good understanding of the National Construction Code (NCC), relevant legislation and Australian Standards relating to fire safety.

• Understanding of AS 1851 and fire safety inspection and servicing requirements.

• Excellent communication skills and proficient in English.

• Confident using an iPad, phone and online systems for service reporting and documentation.

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

• Strong time management skills.

• Reliable and punctual.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to service delivery.

Requirements

• Previous fire service industry experience.

• Willingness to obtain relevant industry accreditations as required.

• Current NSW manual driver's licence.

• Current WHS qualifications/tickets, including a White Card.

• Current police check or willingness to obtain one.

• Ability to read and understand the NCC, legislation and relevant Australian Standards.

• Experience with Uptick is desirable but not essential.

• Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

• This is a smoke- and vape-free workplace.

What We Offer

• Work primarily across the Central Coast, Hunter and Newcastle regions.

• Company vehicle.

• Company mobile phone.

• Uniform provided.

• Access to our on-site gym.

• Opportunity to work with an established and experienced fire protection business.

• Remuneration based on skills, experience and qualifications.

Start Date

Interviews: Mid-September 2026
Start: Immediate start available for the successful applicant.