Fire Services Technician (Dry Fire)

Fire Safety Assessment Australia Pty Ltd T/As Australian Fire Services MLM; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Uniform and PPE supplied

Job summary

Australian Fire Services MLM is seeking a dedicated Fire Service Technician to join our Parramatta-based team. This full-time role focuses on installing, maintaining, and repairing fire safety equipment to keep our clients safe and compliant.

You will diagnose, program, and service fire alarm panels and detection systems, perform system upgrades, and respond to urgent callouts, while mentoring teammates and upholding high safety standards in line with AS 1851.

Qualifications

• Must have electrician/ electrical license.
• Solid knowledge of fire systems and equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Fire Indicator Panels (FDCIE) and fire detection systems.
• Program, reprogram, and configure fire alarm panels.
• Carry out panel upgrades, modifications, and system expansions.
• Investigate and rectify complex fire alarm faults, including network issues.
• Repair and replace faulty panel components, circuit boards, and power supplies.
• Configure and program detectors, zones, and field devices.
• Perform cause‑and‑effect programming and system modifications.
• Commission, test, and verify repairs and modifications.
• Conduct routine inspections and servicing per AS 1851.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency callouts.
• Train colleagues and upgrade team skillsets.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Teamwork

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

Electrical license

Job description

Current driver's licence

About the Role

We're seeking a Fire Service Technician to join our team at Australian Fire Services MLM, our office is located in the in Parramatta, NSW 2150 district. This full-time role focuses on the installation, maintenance, and repair of fire safety equipment to help ensure our clients remain safe and compliant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Fire Indicator Panels (FDCIE) and fire detection systems.
• Perform fire alarm panel programming, reprogramming, and system configuration.
• Carry out panel upgrades, modifications, and system expansions.
• Investigate and rectify complex fire alarm system faults, including communication and network-related issues.
• Repair and replace faulty panel components, circuit boards, power supplies, and associated equipment.
• Configure and program detectors, modules, zones, and other field devices.
• Perform cause-and-effect programming, system modifications, and integration.
• Carry out system commissioning, testing and verification following repairs and modifications.
• Perform fault finding, repairs and maintenance on fire alarms, detection systems, and emergency lighting.
• Assist with routine fire inspections, testing, and servicing of essential fire safety services in accordance with AS 1851
• Respond to urgent breakdowns and emergency callouts, diagnosing and resolving system issues
• Train colleagues and assist with upgrading the skillset of your colleagues.

We aim to support our team with a positive and rewarding work environment, including:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Company vehicle, toll and fuel card
• Uniform and PPE supplied
• Pay based on experience, Australians Standards | BCA knowledge, and experience

What We're Looking For

• Electrician license
• Solid knowledge of fire systems and equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Current driver's licence

If you have the experience and enthusiasm to succeed as a Fire Service Technician, we'd love to hear from you.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Fire Services Technician?
• Have you completed an electrical qualification?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?