Fire Alarm Engineer

Target Maintenance; Silsoe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A property maintenance company is seeking a Fire Alarm Engineer to join their fire safety division. The candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and fault-finding on various fire alarm systems in client sites. The role requires a strong understanding of fire safety regulations, high standards of work, and good communication skills. Perks include competitive salary, a company van, and additional benefits such as 23 days holiday and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary (based on experience)

Company van and fuel card

Uniform and phone provided

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

10-hour days, door-to-door

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with fire alarm systems is essential.
• Understanding of fire safety regulations (BS5839).

Responsibilities

• Install and commission fire alarm systems.
• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Fault-finding and diagnostics.

Skills

Experience with a range of addressable and conventional fire alarm systems

Familiarity with brands like Apollo, Advanced, Kentec, C‑Tec

Good communication and problem-solving skills

Basic IT skills for completing reports and updates

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About Us

At Target Maintenance, we provide property and facility maintenance alongside fire safety solutions to the commercial and property management sector. With a reach from the South Coast to Birmingham, we’re known for delivering reliable, high-quality work across both planned and reactive projects.

We’ve built a positive, relaxed, and collaborative culture where there’s no micromanagement — just good people doing great work and supporting one another.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Fire Alarm Engineer to join our growing fire safety division. In this hands‑on role, you’ll install, maintain, and fault‑find on a range of fire alarm systems across our client sites, ensuring all work is completed safely, on time, and in line with regulations.

This role would suit someone who enjoys autonomy, takes pride in high standards, and is comfortable working in a mobile, field‑based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and commission fire alarm systems
• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on a variety of fire alarm systems
• Fault‑finding and diagnostics
• Ensure work complies with BS5839 standards and other relevant regulations
• Maintain accurate records and complete reports via internal systems
• Liaise with office teams and clients on scheduling, access, and issues
• Uphold strong health and safety practices at all times

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with a range of addressable and conventional fire alarm systems
• Familiarity with brands like Apollo, Advanced, Kentec, C‑Tec, etc.
• Understanding of fire safety regulations (BS5839)
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills
• Basic IT skills for completing reports and updates
• Full UK driving licence

Offer & Perks

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Company van and fuel card
• Uniform and phone provided
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 10‑hour days, door‑to‑door (travel is included in your 10 hours)
• Overtime opportunities