Fire Alarm Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Croydon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to join their team. The role involves servicing, fault-finding, and small works for fire detection systems across Kent and South/South West London. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in fire alarms and related security systems, with excellent communication and motivational skills. Opportunities for career progression and a competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Up to 25 days holiday

Career progression opportunities

On-going training

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer.
• Gent trained preferred.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Service and fault-find on fire alarm systems.
• Install and maintain security and access control systems.
• Adhere to industry standards and codes of practice.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Self-Motivation

Job description

Job Description

Fire Alarm Engineer

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE, with potential earnings up to £55,000 + company van

Location: Kent / South London

About the Role

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer looking for a new opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated professional with over 3 years of experience, ideally Gent trained, to handle servicing, fault-finding, and small works in Kent and South/South West London. The primary focus is on fire detection servicing and reactive work, with additional experience in security, access control, and CCTV systems being advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

1. Service and fault-finding on conventional, addressable, and wireless fire alarm systems
2. Work with major brands of panels such as Gent or Vesda and other app-based systems
3. Handle security alarms, access control/door entry systems, and IP & analogue CCTV systems
4. Dual Com monitoring and other communication devices
5. Maintenance of emergency lighting
6. Adherence to NSI codes of practice and current industry standards (EN50131, PD6662, DD243, BS4737, BS8243)

About You

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Service and Faults Engineer
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and good at time management
• Strong work record
• Full UK driving license

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience, plus on-call payments
• Engineering commission scheme with earnings up to 10%
• Pension scheme
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and attendance bonus
• Company vehicle, uniform, PPE, and tools provided
• BUPA Health & Safety and employee assistance program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff referral scheme
• Company Sick Pay
• Rewards & recognition programs
• Ongoing training and company events

Working Hours

Standard hours: 8.30am-5.00pm, Monday - Friday

On-call rotation: 1 in 6 weeks (additional paid overtime for on-call hours)

The role involves working with ladders at height and can be physically demanding. Flexibility to travel to various sites across the area is required.

Application

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you! Please apply now.