Fire Alarm Engineer

MJ Health Ltd; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety company in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to service, maintain, and fault-find fire alarm systems. The role involves working across various sites, ensuring compliance with current regulations. Candidates should have proven experience, knowledge of fire alarm standards, and good communication skills. We offer competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

Company vehicle, fuel card, phone, and tools

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer (installation and servicing).
• Good knowledge of fire alarm regulations and British Standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fire alarm systems in line with BS 5839 standards.
• Service and maintain existing fire alarm systems.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.

Skills

Fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Good communication and customer service skills

IT literacy for reporting and documentation

Education

Relevant fire alarm qualifications (e.g. FIA units)

ECS/CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fire Alarm Engineer to carry out the servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of fire alarm systems across the North West. The role involves working across commercial, industrial, and residential sites, ensuring all systems comply with current regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain fire alarm systems in line with BS 5839 standards
• Service and maintain existing fire alarm systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
• Complete accurate service reports, certificates, and documentation
• Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and other engineers
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with health & safety regulations
• Participate in an on‑call rota where required
• Manage tools, equipment, and company vehicle responsibly

Systems Experience (Desirable)

• Conventional and addressable fire alarm systems
• Knowledge of manufacturers such as Gent, Apollo, Advanced, Notifier, C‑Tec, or similar
• Basic understanding of emergency lighting (advantageous but not essential)

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer (installation and servicing)
• Good knowledge of fire alarm regulations and British Standards
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Good communication and customer service skills
• IT literacy for reporting and documentation

Qualifications

• Relevant fire alarm qualifications (e.g. FIA units) preferred
• ECS/CSCS card (or ability to obtain)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle, fuel card, phone, and tools
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for career progression