Fire Alarm Engineer

Boden Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety solutions provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer in Reading. The role involves servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems while providing excellent customer service. Candidates must have experience with fire alarm systems and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary up to £43,000 with potential OTE of £52,500, alongside benefits like a company van and health insurance.

Benefits

Company van

WPA health insurance

Fully funded training and qualifications

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience with fire alarm systems is mandatory.
• Basic FIA/NICEIC/SSAIB/NVQ training preferably completed.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Service & maintain fire alarm systems.
• Respond to emergency call‑outs.
• Build strong client relationships.

Skills

Experience with fire alarm systems

Good communication & customer service skills

Organised and professional approach

Education

Basic FIA/NICEIC/SSAIB/NVQ training

Tools

WPA Health Insurance

Tools for servicing fire alarm systems

Job description

Fire Alarm Engineer - Reading

Salary: Up to £43,000 + £8,250-£9,500 bonuses (OTE up to £52,500). Benefits: Company van, WPA health insurance, funded qualifications, Monday-Friday only.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to join our team in Nottingham. You'll service and maintain fire alarm systems, respond to call-outs, and deliver great customer service across your territory. This is a stable, rewarding role with genuine career development.

What We Offer

• OTE up to £52,500 (base up to £43,000 + bonuses)
• 40-hour week – Monday to Friday only
• 25 days holiday
• Fully equipped company van (take‑home)
• All tools, PPE, mobile phone & tech supplied
• WPA Health Insurance
• Fully‑funded training & qualifications
• Clear progression with industry leaders

What You’ll Do

• Service & maintain fire alarm systems
• Respond to emergency call‑outs
• Plan daily routes efficiently
• Build strong client relationships
• Keep accurate records and manage equipment
• Complete ongoing training and meet performance targets

What You Need

Essential:

• Experience with fire alarm systems
• Basic FIA/NICEIC/SSAIB/NVQ training
• Full UK driving licence
• Good communication & customer service skills
• Organised and professional approach

Desirable (not essential): ECS/CSCS, IPAF, ECS FESS, EAL Level 3 (BS5839), 18th Edition, Inspection & Testing.

If you don't have all the qualifications, we offer fully funded training.

About Us

Our client are a leading UK specialists in fire safety and building compliance. They invest heavily in our engineers because their work keeps people safe.

Apply Now

If you're a Fire Alarm Engineer looking for excellent rewards, stability and development—we'd love to hear from you.