Fire Alarm Engineer

Blake Contractors; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and security specialist in Southend-on-Sea seeks a Fire Alarm Engineer to install, maintain, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems. The suitable candidate will possess strong skills in fault finding and have a full UK Driving Licence. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, various benefits including a company vehicle, and opportunities for overtime. Join a supportive team in a respected organization committed to excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

28 days holiday

Company vehicle and phone

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Ongoing training

Team events

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and driven with strong knowledge in fire alarm systems.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Ability to perform in compliance with BS5839 Part-1:2025.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems.
• Conduct fault finding and diagnostics for system performance.
• Maintain records of work and ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate on larger contracts as needed.
• Stay updated with industry regulations and qualifications.

Skills

Strong fault-finding diagnostic skills

Knowledge of fire alarm systems

Excellent communication skills

Commitment to customer service

Tools

Kentec

Morley

Advance

Job description

Fire Alarm Engineer Blake Contractors is looking for a Fire Alarm Engineerwith strong fire alarm experience to join our team in Southend on Sea on a full-time, permanent basis.

Why Blake Contractors

Blake Contractors is a trusted, family-run Fire and Security specialist based in Southend-on-Sea. Known for reliable service and a highly trained team, our BAFE SP203-1 Accreditation reflects our commitment to excellence. We credit our success to a dedicated team and a strong, supportive workplace culture.

Fantastic company benefits include:

• Competitive Salary: On offer is a salary of GBP15.15 - GBP17.68 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
• Holiday: 28 days holiday
• Benefits: Company vehicle and phone, on-site parking, regular overtime (1-in-9 on-call rota), pension scheme, ongoing training, team events, and a supportive, team-focused culture.

About the role:

As our Fire Alarm Engineer working across Essex and London you will join a growing team to install, maintain, and troubleshoot systems across various sites, including commercial and domestic properties. The working hours for this role will be Monday Friday, 40-48 hours per week. In addition, there is an on-call rota which requires you to be available 1 week in 9. There s also an opportunity to work overtime and weekends too.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems in accordance with BS5839 Part-1:2025 and relevant fire safety regulations.
• Conduct thorough fault finding and diagnostics to ensure optimal system performance and compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and ensure all servicing is completed to BAFE SP203-1 standards.
• Collaborate with team members on larger contracts, when necessary.
• Stay updated with the latest industry regulations and qualifications to continually enhance your skill set.

About you:

As a Fire Alarm Engineer, you will be enthusiastic and driven with a solid understanding in fire alarm systems and comprehensive knowledge of electronic and electrical applications (BS5839 Part-1:2025), alongside strong fault-finding diagnostic skills. You will be a keen learner and an excellent communicator, in addition, having a strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service is essential. A full UK Driving Licence is also essential along with knowledge of Kentec, Morley and Advance.

If you have the relevant skills for the Fire Alarm Engineer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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