Fire Alarm Engineer

Concept Information Technology; Croydon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider is seeking a dedicated Fire Alarm Engineer with at least 3 years of experience to join their team. The candidate will perform servicing, fault-finding, and work on various fire detection and security systems in Kent and South London. Offering a competitive salary with additional benefits including a company vehicle, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Up to 25 days holiday

Company vehicle

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Service and Faults Engineer.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Experience with conventional, addressable, and wireless fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Service and fault-find on fire alarm systems.
• Work with security alarms and access control systems.
• Adhere to industry standards and NSI codes of practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Experience with fire alarm systems

Job description

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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. While the primary focus is on fire detection servicing and reactive work, additional experience in security, access control, and CCTV systems is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

* Service and fault-finding on conventional, addressable, and wireless fire alarm systems
* Work with major brands of panels such as Gent or Vesda and other app-based systems
* Handle security alarms, access control/door entry systems, and IP & analogue CCTV systems
* Dual Com monitoring and other communication devices
* Maintenance of emergency lighting
* 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
* Company vehicle/fuel card

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

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