Dry Riser & Fire Extinguisher Engineer - London Field-Based

Helix International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real growth opportunities

Private healthcare

Job summary

Firetecnics, part of the Helix International Group, is seeking a Dry Riser and Fire Extinguisher Engineer for field-based work across London and surrounding areas. You will inspect, test and service dry and wet risers and portable extinguishers to BS standards, ensuring systems remain compliant and ready.

You will perform six-monthly inspections, annual tests, repairs and assist with stock, reporting and health and safety on customer sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience servicing and maintaining dry/wet risers (BS 9990) and/or portable fire extinguishers (BS 5306).
• Competency qualification relevant to the role (e.g. BS 5306-3 extinguisher technician / BAFE-recognised).
• Pressure-testing experience and competent use of test pumps, gauges and related equipment.
• Good mechanical / plumbing aptitude and strong fault-finding skills.
• Comfortable working at height and accessing roofs, risers and plant areas.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills; accurate record-keeping.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform six-monthly visual inspections and annual wet tests on dry/wet riser systems per BS 9990.
• Inspect and maintain riser components and pressure-test with pumps and gauges.
• Test wet riser pumps, verify pressure and flow and ensure proper operation.
• Service portable extinguishers (annual and extended) per BS 5306-3; recharge and discharge tests.
• Survey extinguishers and install new units with correct rating and siting.
• Inspect ancillary equipment and replace defective units.
• Identify defects and perform repairs including valve servicing and minor pipework.
• Prepare quotations for remedial works and parts; manage follow-up.

Skills

Riser servicing

Extinguisher servicing

Pressure testing

Mechanical aptitude

Height access

Customer service

Driving licence

Education

BS 5306-3 extinguisher technician

BAFE recognized qualification

Tools

Test pumps

Gauges

Uptick asset management

Job description

Firetecnics, part of the Helix International Group, is seeking a Dry Riser and Fire Extinguisher Engineer for field-based work across London and surrounding areas. You will inspect, test and service dry and wet risers and portable extinguishers to BS standards, ensuring systems remain compliant and ready.

You will perform six-monthly inspections, annual tests, repairs and assist with stock, reporting and health and safety on customer sites.