Fire Technician

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Company vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Incentive scheme

Technical training

Career progression

Job summary

Johnson Controls Cairns is seeking an experienced Fire Technician to service and install fire protection systems across diverse client sites. You will perform inspections, maintenance, fault-finding and upgrades to ensure compliance and reliability.

This hands-on role offers a competitive package, a company vehicle, overtime opportunities, and ongoing training within a global leader in smart building technologies. Full Australian working rights and a pre-employment medical are required.

Qualifications

• QBCC licence and relevant industry qualifications.
• Current Queensland Electrical Licence.
• Experience servicing and maintaining fire protection systems.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and time management skills.
• Sound understanding of WHS legislation and procedures.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of customer sites and recommend appropriate fire protection and safety solutions.
• Service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire protection systems and equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance activities in accordance with Australian Standards.
• Complete installations and system upgrades as required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with WHS requirements.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Customer focus

QBCC licence

Queensland Electrical Licence

Fire system servicing

Planning & scheduling

WHs compliance

Independent worker

Education

QBCC licence

Queensland Electrical Licence

Job description

Join a Global Leader in Smart Building Technologies, Sustainability & Fire Solutions

At Johnson Controls, we're transforming the way the world's buildings perform. As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, we help customers optimise energy consumption, reduce carbon emissions, and maintain mission-critical environments across industries including healthcare, data centres, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, education, and commercial infrastructure.

With more than 140 years of innovation and industry expertise, Johnson Controls combines world-class technology, leading service capabilities, and a highly skilled workforce to deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, helping customers achieve better outcomes while building rewarding and successful careers.

Join our team and receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus!

This is a fantastic opportunity to be rewarded from day one while building your career with us

(terms and conditions apply).

About the Role

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Fire Technician to join our Cairns team.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, fault-finding, repairs, and installation of a broad range of fire protection systems and equipment. You will work across a diverse customer base, ensuring systems remain compliant, reliable, and performing at their best.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of customer sites and recommend appropriate fire protection and safety solutions.

• Service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire protection systems and equipment.

• Carry out preventative maintenance activities in accordance with Australian Standards.

• Complete installations and system upgrades as required.

• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant WHS requirements.

• Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain strong client relationships.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A strong customer-focused approach and commitment to service excellence.

• QBCC licence and relevant industry qualifications.

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• Current Queensland Electrical Licence.

• Experience servicing and maintaining fire protection systems.

• Strong planning, scheduling, and time management skills.

• Sound understanding and practical application of WHS legislation and procedures.

• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

Why Join Johnson Controls?

At Johnson Controls, we understand the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. That's why we offer the choice of taking Rostered Days Off (RDOs) or earning overtime payments, giving you greater control over how you work.

You'll also benefit from:

• Competitive salary package, company vehicle, overtime opportunities, and incentive scheme.

• Ongoing technical training and development programs.

• Dedicated remote technical support from our experienced specialist teams.

• Opportunities to expand your technical expertise and develop leadership capabilities.

• Clear career progression pathways within a global organisation.

• A supportive, collaborative, and safety-focused team culture.

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Through our extensive service network, we deliver innovative HVAC, controls, fire, security, and energy solutions that enhance building performance, improve safety, and create more sustainable communities.

Compliance Requirements

• Full Australian working rights.

• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment.

• Satisfactory criminal history check.

• Successful drug and alcohol screening.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a role that offers technical challenge, career development opportunities, flexibility, and the support of a global industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact Janis Sotelo at [e-mail].