Fire Alarm Engineer

Halmer Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and security company is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Engineer to join their expanding team in the Kent/London area. The successful candidate will perform servicing, fault-finding on fire detection systems and may also work on access control and CCTV systems, ensuring work meets stringent industry standards.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and career development

BUPA Employee Assistance Programme

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer in both servicing and fault diagnostics.
• Knowledge of systems such as Advanced, Morley, C-TEC.
• Familiarity with DualCom monitoring and communication devices.

Responsibilities

• Service and fault-find fire detection systems and execute small installations.
• Conduct maintenance on access control and CCTV systems.
• Participate in a 1-in-6 on-call rota.

Skills

Servicing

Fault diagnostics

Communication

Time management

Job description

Fire Alarm Engineer
GBP36,000 GBP45,000 DOE
High earnings potential + Company van
Kent / London Region

About the Company
We are a well-established, NSI Gold and BAFE-accredited fire and security company with a growing footprint across London and the Southeast. With tens of thousands of customers and a strong reputation in the industry, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service while maintaining a supportive, team-oriented culture. Our business is expanding rapidly, and we re looking for talented professionals to join us on the journey.

The Opportunity
We're currently seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Engineer to carry out reactive fault-finding and small works, primarily in Kent and South London. This role is focused on fire detection systems, but experience with access control and CCTV is a definite plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, fault-finding, and small installations on fire detection systems (conventional, addressable, and wireless).
• Work across a wide variety of commercial and residential sites in the Kent/London area.
• Carry out maintenance and small works across access control, door entry, and CCTV systems (IP and analogue), where applicable.
• Ensure work is completed to the highest industry standards and in line with NSI codes of practice.
• Participate in a 1-in-6 on-call rota (additional payment provided).

What We re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer, ideally in both servicing and fault diagnostics.
• Good understanding of systems such as Advanced, Morley, and C-TEC. (Knowledge of Gent is beneficial but training is available post-probation.)
• Familiarity with DualCom monitoring and communication devices.
• Experience with emergency lighting maintenance is advantageous.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to travel within the Kent/London area.
• A professional, proactive, and safety-conscious approach.

Industry Knowledge

• NSI Codes of Practice
• EN50131, PD6662, DD243, BS4737, BS8243

What s in It for You

• Competitive base salary (GBP36,000 GBP45,000 DOE)
• Engineering commission scheme (earnings up to an additional 10%)
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Company uniform, tools, and full PPE provided
• Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 1-day attendance bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Staff referral and recognition programmes
• Sick pay
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and clear career development pathways
• Company events and team-building initiatives

Additional Information
This is a physically active role involving ladder work and working at height. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with participation in the on-call rota every sixth week.
Successful candidates will be subject to NSSA security screening.