Fire Alarm Engineer

Fixatex; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run electrical services provider in Greater London is looking for a qualified Fire Engineer. The role involves installation, maintenance, and servicing of fire alarm systems across domestic and commercial properties. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years in the fire safety industry, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving license. The position offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, ongoing training, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team-focused environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Company vehicle, fuel card & private mileage allowance

Private healthcare contribution

Increasing holiday allowance with length of service

Supportive sick pay & wellbeing policies

All test equipment and PPE provided

Access to a fully stocked warehouse

Ongoing training in purpose-built training centre

Clear career progression opportunities

Regular team events and celebrations

£1,000 employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the fire safety industry.
• Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• FIA training and certification.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, maintain, repair, and adapt fire alarm and AOV systems.
• Complete scheduled servicing and inspections.
• Demonstrate competence with a wide range of fire alarm control panels.

Skills

Electrical Installation

Fire Alarm Systems

Teamwork

Technical Expertise

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification

FIA AO Level 3 in Fire Detection and Alarm Design Theory and Regulatory Requirements

Job description

Who We Are

Fixatex Ltd is a family-run electrical services provider built on trust, teamwork, and technical excellence. Since 2000, we’ve proudly delivered high-quality electrical services to clients across London and the Southeast.

Operating from our head office, warehouse, and purpose-built training centre in Hertford, we invest heavily in our people, our standards, and our future. We’re growing and we’re looking for skilled professionals who want to grow with us.

The Role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Fire Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing but not limited to the installation, maintenance, servicing and upgrading of Fire Alarm and AOV systems.

The role will involve working across a variety of domestic and commercial properties, primarily within the social housing and local authority sectors. All work must be completed to a consistently high standard, using technical expertise in line with industry regulations and company expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret fire alarm and AOV drawings and specifications where required
• Install, service, maintain, repair, and adapt fire alarm and AOV systems
• Carry out full system installations and upgrades
• Complete scheduled servicing and inspections
• Demonstrate competence with a wide range of fire alarm control panels and equipment, including closed protocol systems
• Ensure all work complies with BS 7671 and BS 5839 regulations
• Complete all job reports and certification accurately using the Oneserve application
• Work safely and in accordance with current Health & Safety legislation and fire safety standards
• Attend and complete all company-provided training
• Participate in performance reviews, improvement programmes, and appraisals
• Liaise effectively with office staff and supervisors to resolve queries
• Adhere to company KPIs and operational standards
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by management

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification
• FIA training and certification
• FIA AO Level 3 in Fire Detection and Alarm Design Theory and Regulatory Requirements
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the fire safety industry
• Full UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company vehicle, fuel card & private mileage allowance
• Private healthcare contribution
• Increasing holiday allowance with length of service
• Supportive sick pay & wellbeing policies
• All test equipment and PPE provided
• Access to a fully stocked warehouse
• Ongoing training in our purpose-built training centre
• Clear career progression opportunities
• A genuinely supportive, team-focused culture
• A workplace that recognises the importance of flexibility
• Regular team events and celebrations
• £1,000 employee referral scheme

Our Values

• Care like it’s family
• Ownership at every level
• One team with integrity
• Keep raising the bar

If you’re a qualified Fire Alarm Engineer who values quality workmanship, teamwork, job stability and long-term career development within a well-established, family-run business, we’d love to hear from you.