Fire Technican

Flaming North Fire; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Tools and equipment provided

Uniforms and PPE

Ongoing training

Career progression

Job summary

Flaming North Fire Protection is seeking a Portable Fire Technician to inspect and service portable fire equipment across Far North Queensland. The role involves accurate reporting, and liaising with customers to ensure safety and compliance.

Ideal candidates will have prior experience with fire protection systems, relevant Australian Standards, and QBCC licences where required. A supportive team offers ongoing training and professional development in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and servicing portable fire equipment.
• Knowledge of AS 1851 and applicable Australian Standards.
• Current QBCC occupational licences where required.
• Certificate II or III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing is desirable.
• Ability to complete accurate service documentation.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test and service portable fire equipment in line with Australian Standards.
• Inspect and service smoke alarms, emergency and exit lighting.
• Identify defects and gather information to support quotations for repairs.
• Complete electronic service reports and defect reports.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools and equipment.
• Communicate with clients and team to ensure safe, efficient work.

Skills

Fire equipment inspection

Attention to detail

Customer service

Documentation

Education

Certificate II/III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing

Tools

AS 1851 knowledge

AS 2118 knowledge

Job description

Portable Fire Technician position with Flaming North Fire Protection, a family-owned and operated business providing scheduled servicing and asset management across all areas of fire protection. This position is an integral part of operations and offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive and growing company.

Key responsibilities

Inspecting, testing and servicing portable fire equipment, including fire extinguishers and fire blankets, in accordance with applicable Australian Standards

Inspecting and servicing smoke alarms and emergency and exit lighting systems

Inspecting fire doors and other passive fire protection elements, where appropriately qualified and licensed

Identifying defects and gathering accurate information while onsite to support quotations for repairs and rectification works

Completing fire safety audits of customer premises and recommending appropriate fire protection equipment and solutions

Identifying, servicing and repairing fire protection and safety equipment

Accurately recording and providing evidence of all maintenance and servicing performed

Completing electronic service reports, defect reports and other required documentation

Maintaining the company vehicle, tools and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition

Communicating with clients, management and other team members to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard

About you

Previous experience inspecting and servicing portable fire equipment

Experience with fire doors and passive fire protection elements is highly regarded

Certificate II or Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing is desirable

Current and relevant QBCC occupational licences, where required

Sound knowledge of AS 1851 and other applicable Australian Standards

Knowledge of AS 2118 and wet fire systems would be advantageous

The ability to identify defects and understand the applicable rectification requirements

Strong attention to detail and the ability to complete accurate service documentation

A professional and customer-focused approach

Honest, reliable and proactive, with a strong sense of accountability

Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications and experience

Flexible working arrangement

Company vehicle and fuel card

Company mobile phone, tools and equipment

Uniforms and personal protective equipment

Full-time employment, with part-time arrangements considered for the right applicant

Ongoing training and professional development

Career progression opportunities within a growing business

A supportive and approachable leadership team

A positive, team-focused workplace culture

About us

Flaming North Fire Protection is a family-owned and operated business providing scheduled servicing and asset management across all areas of fire protection. Services include portable fire equipment, fire detection systems, emergency and exit lighting, passive fire protection, fire suppression systems, fire safety and warden training, and evacuation diagrams. The business services a diverse range of industries throughout Far North Queensland and prides itself on delivering reliable, professional and high-quality fire protection services.