Fire Alarm Engineer

Progroup Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected electrical service provider in London is seeking a qualified Fire Alarm Engineer to join their team. The role involves installation, servicing, and maintenance of Fire Alarm and AOV systems across both domestic and commercial properties. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years experience in the fire safety industry and possess essential qualifications including Level 3 in Electrical Installation and FIA certifications. This position offers a competitive salary, private healthcare contribution, and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Private healthcare contribution

Increasing holiday allowance with length of service

Private mileage allowance for company vehicles

Supportive sick pay policy

Ongoing training & career development opportunities

Regular team events and socials

All tools, test equipment, and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the fire safety industry.
• Skilled in installation, maintenance, servicing of fire systems.
• Up-to-date with fire safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Installing and commissioning Fire Alarm and AOV systems.
• Ensuring compliance with BS 7671 and BS 5839 regulations.
• Completing reports via the Oneserve app.

Skills

Installation of fire alarm systems

Maintenance of fire systems

Knowledge of fire safety standards

Health & Safety proactive approach

Mobile tech competency

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 in Electrical Installation

FIA training and certification

FIA AO Level 3 Fire Detection & Alarm Design

Job description

Pro-Group Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a respected, growing, electrical service provider that's been serving London and the Southeast since 2000.

Our client prides themsleves on delivering professional, responsive, and high-quality electrical and fire safety services. Their reputation is built on genuine relationships, trust, and a commitment to doing the job right, every time.

As a result of growth, our client are seeking an experienced and qualified Fire Alarm Engineer to join their growing team.

You’ll be working across domestic and commercial properties, primarily within the social housing and local authority sectors, taking responsibility for the installation, servicing, and maintenance of Fire Alarm and AOV systems.

If you take pride in high-quality workmanship, know your fire safety standards inside out, and want to be part of a close-knit, professional team, this could be the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Installing, maintaining, and commissioning Fire Alarm and AOV systems.
• Reading and working from fire alarm or AOV drawings and specs.
• Ensuring compliance with BS 7671 and BS 5839 regulations.
• Programming and testing various fire alarm controls and closed protocol systems.
• Completing reports and certification via the Oneserve app.
• Liaising with office and supervisory teams to keep projects on track.
• Attending training sessions and contributing to company performance goals.

Requirements

• Solid experience (minimum 5 years) in the fire safety industry.
• Skilled in installation, maintenance, servicing, and commissioning of fire systems.
• Up-to-date knowledge of fire safety standards and legislation.
• Proactive approach to Health & Safety.
• Competent using mobile tech for job reporting.
• Organised, reliable, and customer-focused with great communication skills.

🎓 Essential Qualifications

• Level 3 in Electrical Installation (essential)
• FIA training and certification (essential)
• FIA AO Level 3 in Fire Detection & Alarm Design Theory and Regulatory Requirements
• Full UK driving licence (minimum 12 months)
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Private healthcare contribution
• Increasing holiday allowance with length of service
• Private mileage allowance for company vehicles
• Supportive sick pay policy
• Flexible working and family-friendly culture
• Ongoing training & career development opportunities
• Regular team events and socials
• All tools, test equipment, and PPE provided

If you're a qualified Fire Engineer looking for a role where you can make a real impact, I'd love to hear from you