Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting Service Engineer

UK Safety Management Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Company pension

Fully equipped company vehicle

Travel expenses covered

All tools, PPE and uniform provided

Office routing support

Job summary

UK Safety Management Ltd is seeking a reliable Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting Service Engineer to join our expanding team. You’ll service and inspect fire alarm and emergency lighting systems at a variety of client sites across the UK, carrying out minor remedial works and fault-finding to keep systems safe and compliant.

You’ll enjoy practical, field-based work with full office support for routing and scheduling, and the chance to develop skills in fire and electrical safety through on-the-job

Qualifications

• Experience with fire alarm and emergency lighting servicing is preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual and professional with attention to reporting.

Responsibilities

• Service and inspect fire alarm systems per BS 5839.
• Service and inspect emergency lighting per BS 5266-1.
• Carry out minor installations and remedial works.
• Record inspection results and complete reports.
• Communicate faults and recommendations to customers.

Skills

Driving

Travel

Independent work

Problem solving

Customer communication

Reporting accuracy

Job description

Join UK Safety Management as a Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting Service Engineer

UK Safety Management is looking for a reliable, motivated and technically minded Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting Service Engineer to join our growing team.

You’ll be out on the road visiting a variety of client sites, servicing and inspecting fire alarm and emergency lighting systems, carrying out minor remedial works and fault-finding, and ensuring systems remain safe, compliant and operational.

What Will You Do?

• Servicing and inspections of fire alarm systems in accordance with BS 5839.
• Servicing and inspections of emergency lighting systems in accordance with BS 5266-1.
• Minor installation and remedial works, including adding devices and replacing panels.
• Replacement of emergency lighting fittings safely and correctly.
• Fault-finding and non-critical repairs.
• Accurate recording of inspection and testing results.
• Completion of reports and certification.
• Communicating faults, issues and recommendations clearly to customers.

Your daily schedule, routing and appointments are managed by our dedicated office team, so you can focus on delivering a high standard of work rather than planning your own day.

What We're Looking For

• Comfortable driving and travelling between different client sites.
• Happy working independently across a variety of client sites.
• Technically minded with a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Confident carrying out servicing, testing and fault-finding.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Confident communicating with customers.
• Comfortable working across a variety of commercial and industrial environments.
• Organised and accurate when completing reports and certification.
• Keen to develop their skills within the fire and electrical safety industry.

Previous experience in fire alarms and emergency lighting is desirable, but we’re open to training the right candidate.

Who Are UK Safety Management?

UK Safety Management is a leading provider of electrical and fire safety services across the UK, supporting a wide range of commercial and industrial clients.

From our Leeds head office, we have a team of over 150 professionals, alongside 135+ fully qualified engineers working across the UK.

We provide services including fire alarm and extinguisher servicing, emergency lighting, PAT testing, fire risk assessments and electrical inspections.

Why Join UK Safety Management?

Training & Development

Build your technical skills with the support and training needed to develop your career within the fire and electrical safety industry.

Variety of Sites

No two days are the same. You’ll travel between different customer sites and work across a variety of commercial and industrial environments.

Office Support

Our dedicated office team manages your routing, appointments and daily schedule, giving you the support you need throughout your working day.

Work Independently

If you enjoy being out on the road rather than being based in one location, this role offers plenty of variety and independence.

Modern Tools & Technology

Use purpose-built software and equipment to complete your work efficiently and accurately.

Make a Difference

Your work directly contributes to keeping people safe by ensuring fire alarm and emergency lighting systems are maintained, compliant and ready to operate when needed.

What You’ll Get In Return

• 28 days holiday, including bank holidays & Christmas shutdown
• Extra holiday for every year of service, up to 5 additional days
• Company pension
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, including mental health support
• Fully equipped company vehicle
• All travel expenses covered
• All tools, PPE and uniform provided
• Company iPad and phone
• Full training and ongoing development
• A stable, growing company with genuine long-term career opportunities

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