Fire Alarm Engineer

M PRO Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

M Pro Recruitment is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to cover London and the Home Counties. You will install, commission, service, and maintain fire alarm systems for a diverse client base including retail, offices, and commercial premises.

The role requires skilled handling of Gent and Notifier panels and a solid electrical design understanding, with a focus on BS5839 compliance and health & safety. A UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in fire alarm installation, commissioning, and/or maintenance.
• FIA Installation & Maintenance Modules (essential).
• Experience with open and closed protocol fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of panels such as Gent, Notifier, or equivalent.
• Understanding of electrical design with fire alarm elements.
• Working knowledge of BS5839 and current Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability to work to time-sensitive deadlines.
• Strong fault-finding skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality service, maintenance, and installation work across a varied customer base.
• Carry out planned servicing and preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Fault finding and reactive repairs across a range of systems.
• Completing small works, modifications, and system upgrades.
• Commissioning fire alarm systems to British Standards.
• Opportunity to work on larger installation projects and develop installation experience.
• Provide a professional, customer-focused service within a defined area.
• Ensure all work complies with BS5839, Health & Safety regulations, and company procedures.

Skills

Fire alarm installation

Fire alarm commissioning

Maintenance

Fault finding

Electrical design

BS5839 knowledge

Time management

Full UK driving licence

Education

FIA Installation & Maintenance Modules

Tools

Gent

Notifier

Open/Closed protocol systems

BS5839 standards

Job description

M Pro Recruitment is currently working with a well-established fire and life safety company based in Crawley, who are looking to recruit an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to cover London and the surrounding Home Counties.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, multi-disciplined engineer with strong experience in fire alarm installation, commissioning, and servicing, particularly those familiar with Gent, Notifier, and similar systems.

The Role

As a Fire Alarm Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and installation work across a varied customer base, including retail units, office blocks, and commercial premises.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned servicing and preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems
• Fault finding and reactive repairs across a range of systems
• Completing small works, modifications, and system upgrades
• Commissioning fire alarm systems to British Standards
• Opportunity to work on larger installation projects for engineers looking to further develop their installation experience
• Providing a professional and customer-focused service within a defined area
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with BS5839, Health & Safety legislation, and company procedures

The Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 5 years' experience in fire alarm installation, commissioning, and/or maintenance
• FIA Installation & Maintenance Modules (essential)
• Experience with open and closed protocol fire alarm systems
• Strong knowledge of panels such as Gent, Notifier, or equivalent
• Understanding of electrical design with fire alarm elements
• Working knowledge of BS5839 and current Health & Safety regulations
• Ability to work to time-sensitive deadlines
• Strong fault-finding skills with excellent attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence

Additional Information

This role primarily services London and surrounding areas. Candidates with a multi-skilled background across installation, commissioning, servicing, and small works within the fire industry will be highly advantageous.