Fire Alarm Engineer

Snowdon Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor specializing in fire and security systems is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to service and maintain fire alarm systems across London. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 per annum with OTE up to £50,000. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications, strong fault-finding skills, and a full UK driving licence. Benefits include paid travel time, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Company van, fuel card, uniform, and tools provided

Pension contribution

Ongoing training and career development

Friendly, supportive team

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Fire Alarm Engineer (or similar role).
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills with a thorough understanding of fire detection and alarm systems.
• Experience across both domestic and commercial environments.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems across commercial and residential properties.
• Carry out fault finding and minor installation works on a range of systems.
• Ensure accurate job records and service reports are kept using a PDA system.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain professional standards at all times.

Skills

Fault finding and diagnostic skills

Customer service

Fire detection and alarm systems knowledge

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications (FIA or equivalent)

Job description

Fire Alarm Engineer

Location: Various sites across London

Salary: £40,000 per annum (OTE up to £50,000)

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Snowdon Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a long-established and reputable contractor who specialise in the service and maintenance of fire and security systems. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and motivated Fire Alarm Engineer to join their expanding team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer who takes pride in their work and is looking for a stable, long-term role within a supportive business that offers ongoing training, genuine progression, and a friendly working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems across commercial and residential properties.
• Carry out fault finding and minor installation works on a range of systems, including addressable, non-addressable, gas suppression, and aspirating systems.
• Ensure accurate job records and service reports are kept using a PDA system.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain professional standards at all times.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Fire Alarm Engineer (or similar role).
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills with a thorough understanding of fire detection and alarm systems.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (FIA or equivalent desirable).
• Experience across both domestic and commercial environments.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Benefits

• Salary: £40,000 per annum (OTE up to £50,000)
• Paid travel time and overtime opportunities
• Company van, fuel card, uniform, and tools provided
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing training and career development
• Friendly, supportive team and real opportunities for progression