Fire Alarm Engineer – Full Time – Aston

Catering; Aston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with overtime

Company vehicle

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Career progression

Job summary

Catering is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to install, service, and maintain fire alarm systems across commercial, industrial, and residential sites in the North West.

You will diagnose faults, complete certificates and reports, liaise with clients and site managers, and ensure compliance with BS 5839 and health & safety regulations. A full UK driving licence and FIA/ECS/CSCS where applicable are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer (installation and servicing).
• Knowledge of fire alarm regulations and British Standards.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• ECS/CSCS card holder preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and 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.

Skills

Fire Alarm Engineer

Regulations knowledge

Fault finding

Independent work

Customer service

IT reporting

Education

FIA units

ECS/CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Gent

Apollo

Advanced

Notifier

C-Tec

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fire Alarm Engineer to carry out the installation, 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

• Install and 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

Salary: £38000 - £42000/annum Travel Pay

Job Type: Permanent

Location: WA7, Aston, Cheshire West and Chester