Fire Alarm Engineer - Field Service (Van & Overtime)

Linaker Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Tools provided

Overtime pay

Training contracts

Pension scheme

Employee assistance

BESA technical access

Full training

Death in Service

Annual events

Job summary

Linaker Ltd in Bristol is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Service Engineer to join our expanding team. You will service and fault-find on a range of commercial fire alarm systems, working across Bristol and surrounding areas to minimise downtime and ensure safety.

The role requires hands-on experience with Kentec, C‑Tec and Advanced panels, knowledge of BS 5839 standards, and a clean UK driving licence. We offer training, overtime, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Fire Alarm Service Engineer.
• Knowledge of BS 5839 and other relevant fire safety standards.
• Strong working knowledge of Kentec, C-Tech, and Advanced fire alarm panels.
• Ability to diagnose and rectify faults independently.
• Experience servicing and maintaining fire extinguishers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding on fire alarm systems across a range of commercial sites.
• Diagnose and repair system faults efficiently to minimise downtime for clients.
• Work confidently on Kentec, C-Tech, and Advanced fire alarm panels.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire extinguishers in line with relevant standards.
• Complete detailed service reports and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Provide technical support and advice to customers on system performance and improvements.
• Ensure all work complies with current fire safety regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Kentec panels

C-Tech panels

Advanced panels

Fault finding

BS 5839

Driving licence

Customer service

Problem solving

Independence

Job description

Linaker Ltd in Bristol is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Service Engineer to join our expanding team. You will service and fault-find on a range of commercial fire alarm systems, working across Bristol and surrounding areas to minimise downtime and ensure safety.

The role requires hands-on experience with Kentec, C‑Tec and Advanced panels, knowledge of BS 5839 standards, and a clean UK driving licence. We offer training, overtime, and a supportive team environment.