Fire Alarm Engineer

MJ Health Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Phone

Tools

Job summary

MJ Health Ltd is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to install, service and maintain fire alarm systems across the North West, including commercial, industrial and residential sites. You will ensure compliance with BS 5839 standards and deliver reliable fault-finding and repairs.

This role offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle with fuel card, and opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer (installation and servicing).
• Good knowledge of fire alarm regulations and British Standards.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• IT literacy for reporting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fire alarm systems in line with BS 5839 standards
• Service and maintain existing fire alarm systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
• Complete accurate service reports, certificates, and documentation
• Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and other engineers
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with health & safety regulations
• Participate in an on-call rota where required
• Manage tools, equipment, and company vehicle responsibly

Skills

Fault-finding

Communication skills

Independent worker

IT literacy

Education

Fire alarm qualifications (e.g. FIA units)

Tools

Gent

Apollo

Advanced

Notifier

C-Tec

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fire Alarm Engineer to carry out the installation, servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of fire alarm systems across the North West. The role involves working across commercial, industrial, and residential sites, ensuring all systems comply with current regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fire alarm systems in line with BS 5839 standards
• Service and maintain existing fire alarm systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
• Complete accurate service reports, certificates, and documentation
• Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and other engineers
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with health & safety regulations
• Participate in an on-call rota where required
• Manage tools, equipment, and company vehicle responsibly

Systems Experience (Desirable)

• Conventional and addressable fire alarm systems
• Knowledge of manufacturers such as Gent, Apollo, Advanced, Notifier, C-Tec, or similar
• Basic understanding of emergency lighting (advantageous but not essential)

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer (installation and servicing)
• Good knowledge of fire alarm regulations and British Standards
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Good communication and customer service skills
• IT literacy for reporting and documentation

Qualifications

• Relevant fire alarm qualifications (e.g. FIA units) preferred
• ECS/CSCS card (or ability to obtain)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle, fuel card, phone, and tools
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for career progression