Fire Alarm Engineer – North West

Kings Security Systems Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High OTE available

Paid Overtime at premium rate

Company Vehicle with private use option

Life Insurance

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Employee Benefits Programme

Job summary

A fire safety engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced professionals to service and repair fire alarm systems and emergency lighting. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the fire industry and be knowledgeable about fire detection, alarm systems, and emergency lighting. You will be part of a supportive team, enjoying competitive benefits such as high OTE, paid overtime, and a company vehicle with private use option.

Qualifications

• Proven background in the fire industry with service and repair experience.
• Knowledge of integration of detection systems and compliance with BS standards.
• Full driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate faults in fire detection and alarm systems.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Be part of an On-Call Rota for out-of-hours support.

Skills

Problem-solving

Fire alarm systems knowledge

Emergency lighting systems knowledge

Access control systems knowledge

CCTV knowledge

Education

FIA Modules as per industry standards

Job description

Servicing, fault finding, replacing, and repairing fire alarm systems including emergency lighting in accordance with the current standards. Working with access control, fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, intercom systems and some Nurse Call systems. Ability to think on your feet and is passionate in finding a resolution to a problem, with the confidence of being able to tackle any situation on-site.

Efire, part of Kings Secure Technologies Group, are a fire specialist company with nationwide coverage, combining modern technology with traditional expertise and customer service. Efire are dedicated to safeguarding lives and properties with comprehensive fire and life safety systems including Fire Detection, Alarm Systems, Suppression Systems, Emergency Lighting and Life Safety Systems.

Joining us means becoming a part of a nationwide organisation that offers a plethora of benefits and pathways for career advancement within a dynamic and supportive workforce dedicated to delivering cutting‑edge technology solutions.

Key Purpose of the Job

Servicing, fault finding, replacing, and repairing fire alarm systems including emergency lighting in accordance with the current standards. Working with access control, fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, intercom systems and some Nurse Call systems. Ability to think on your feet and is passionate in finding a resolution to a problem, with the confidence of being able to tackle any situation on‑site.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Investigate & fault finding on Fire Detection and Alarm and Emergency Lighting systems, primarily. In depth knowledge of Nurse Call and Staff attack systems, including Intercall, C‑Tec (Quantec), SAS. Sound working knowledge of all Access Control and intercom systems, including Paxton, RGL, Fermax, Videx. Knowledge of CCTV and Intruder is an advantage.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance of all fire systems.
• Be part of an On‑Call Rota for OOH callouts and telephone support.
• Repair, Commissioning, and Installation of both conventional and analogue addressable fire alarm systems to a high standard of workmanship
• Understanding the clients’ needs and fulfilling all jobs required and co‑operation with all site conditions fully.

Why work for us?

• High OTE available
• Paid Overtime at premium rate
• Standby allowance for on call
• Full Remote Technical Support
• Company Vehicle with private use option
• Life Insurance
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Day back in lieu when bank holiday worked
• Referral Scheme
• Employee Benefits Programme including shopping vouchers and discount; up to £1,200 a year on real savings for everyday needs
• Wagestream – Get instant access to your wages through our financial wellbeing tool

Essential Requirements for the Job

• A proven background and experience of working within the fire Industry.
• Experience of undertaking service and repair work
• Experience of conventional and addressable fire systems across a range of manufacturers equipment
• Good installation practices and in accordance with BS7671, where required.
• Good Experience of Nurse Call Systems of all types.
• Knowledge of integration of detection systems into other disciplines would be a real advantage. (Interfaces and shutdowns, etc)
• Full understanding to BS5839 is essential.
• Detailed understanding of Emergency Lighting systems to BS5266-1
• The ability to be resourceful with a dynamic approach to problem solving is essential.
• Full driving licence
• FIA Modules required or as per industry standards in accordance with the RRO-2005, for competency.

Desirable Requirements for the Job

• Advanced, Kentec, C‑Tec, Apollo, Hochiki, Fire Alarm systems knowledge is desirable.
• Gent by Honeywell, VESDA & Other Aspirating manufacturers is desirable.
• Experience of Access control systems of all types
• Electrical or Electronic systems background
• ICEL accreditation of emergency lighting
• Good overall fire product knowledge

If you are passionate about fire safety engineering and want to make a difference in people’s lives, we invite you to apply today and join our innovative team at Kings Security Systems Ltd!

When Kings carry out recruitment, we do so as an Equal Opportunities Employer.