Fire Protection Engineer

ZipRecruiter; North Cornelly; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing fire protection company in South Wales is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer. The role involves servicing fire extinguishers and alarms, fault finding, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates will receive training and can expect career development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid Overtime

Company Vehicle

20 Days Holiday

Career Development Opportunities

Company Pension

Referral Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the fire industry.
• Full understanding of BS5306 fire extinguishers.
• Competency as per industry standards (RRO-2005).

Responsibilities

• Investigate and fault find on Fire Detection and Alarm systems.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance of fire systems.
• Repair and install fire alarm systems to a high standard.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Risk Management

Tools

CCTV

Fire Alarm Systems

Emergency Lighting

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Please note that £30,000 -£38,000 is OTE, basic is dependent on experience

Please note: We offer the opportunity for overseas experienced candidates a sponsorship in the UK.

Who are Saint Davids Fire Ltd?

Saint Davids Fire Ltd is a small, growing business for the past 20 years. We are a fire protection company mainly covering South Wales, combining modern technology with traditional expertise and customer service. Saint Davids Fire Ltd is dedicated to safeguarding lives and properties with comprehensive fire safety systems including Fire Detection, Alarm Systems, Emergency Lighting, and fire extinguishers, as well as fire risk assessment and fire training.

Joining us means becoming part of an organization that offers a range of benefits and opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic and supportive workforce dedicated to delivering life safety systems.

Key Purpose of the Role:

Servicing fire extinguishers, fire alarms, fault finding, replacing, and repairing fire alarm systems including emergency lighting in accordance with current standards. Ability to think on your feet, passionate about resolving problems, confident in tackling any situation on-site, with support from the owner/engineer.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Investigate and fault find on Fire Detection, Alarm, and Emergency Lighting systems. Knowledge of CCTV and Intruder systems is an advantage.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance of all fire systems.
• Repair, commission, and install both conventional and analogue addressable fire alarm systems to a high standard of workmanship.
• Understand regulatory standards (BS5839-1, BS5266-1), fair trading, and competition rules related to the work, and recognize when specialist support is needed.
• Support company policies and best practices regarding security and confidentiality, especially concerning sensitive customer information.
• Report health and safety, security events, or potential risks to the owner.
• Understand client needs and fulfill all job requirements.

Essential Requirements:

• Excellent first-time resolution and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proven experience in the fire industry.
• Experience in service and repair work.
• Experience with conventional and addressable fire systems across various manufacturers.
• Good installation practices.
• Full understanding of BS5306 fire extinguishers.
• Understanding of Emergency Lighting systems per BS5266-1.
• Full driving license.
• Competency as per industry standards (RRO-2005).

Desirable Requirements:

• Knowledge of Fire Alarm systems.
• Knowledge of Fire extinguishers.
• Electrical or electronic systems background.
• Understanding of emergency lighting.
• Good overall fire product knowledge.

Benefits:

• Paid overtime at premium rates.
• Company vehicle.
• 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Immediate start available.
• Career development opportunities.
• Referral scheme.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Additional Benefits:

• Company pension
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: On the road

• Servicing fire extinguishers, fire alarms, fault finding, replacing, and repairing fire alarm systems including emergency lighting in accordance with current standards. Ability to think on your feet, resolve problems, and tackle any situation on-site with support from the owner/engineer. Training will be provided. We are looking for a fire protection engineer; if you possess some key skills in fire protection, we can train you further.