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Fire Alarm Engineer

Target Maintenance

Bedford

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A property maintenance company in Bedford is seeking a Fire Alarm Engineer to join their fire safety division. This hands-on role involves installing and maintaining fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience with various fire alarm technologies and a full UK driving licence. Competitive salary and company van provided, with travel included in working hours.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card
Uniform and phone provided

Qualifications

  • Experience with a range of addressable and conventional fire alarm systems.
  • Understanding of fire safety regulations (BS5839).
  • Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

  • Install and commission fire alarm systems.
  • Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance.
  • Fault-finding and diagnostics.

Skills

Experience with addressable and conventional fire alarm systems
Good communication skills
Problem-solving skills
Basic IT skills

Tools

Fire alarm systems (Apollo, Advanced, Kentec, C-Tec)

Job description

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At Target Maintenance, we provide property and facility maintenance alongside fire safety solutions to the commercial and property management sector. With a reach from the South Coast to Birmingham, we’re known for delivering reliable, high-quality work across both planned and reactive projects.

We’ve built a positive, relaxed, and collaborative culture where there’s no micromanagement — just good people doing great work and supporting one another.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Fire Alarm Engineer to join our growing fire safety division. In this hands-on role, you’ll install, maintain, and fault-find on a range of fire alarm systems across our client sites, ensuring all work is completed safely, on time, and in line with regulations.

This role would suit someone who enjoys autonomy, takes pride in high standards, and is comfortable working in a mobile, field-based environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Install and commission fire alarm systems
  • Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on a variety of fire alarm systems
  • Fault-finding and diagnostics
  • Ensure work complies with BS5839 standards and other relevant regulations
  • Maintain accurate records and complete reports via internal systems
  • Liaise with office teams and clients on scheduling, access, and issues
  • Uphold strong health and safety practices at all times

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Experience with a range of addressable and conventional fire alarm systems
  • Familiarity with brands like Apollo, Advanced, Kentec, C-Tec, etc.
  • Understanding of fire safety regulations (BS5839)
  • Good communication and problem-solving skills
  • Basic IT skills for completing reports and updates
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • Company van and fuel card
  • Uniform and phone provided
  • 10-hour days, door-to-door (travel is included in your 10 hours)
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