Fire Alarm Engineer - PPM, Fault-Finding & Repairs

OCS; London Borough of Newham; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-Winning employer recognition

Digital learning resources

Flexible wage access

Job summary

OCS is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to perform PPM, reactive maintenance and fault-finding across commercial sites in the UK. The role focuses on system reliability, compliance with British Standards and minimizing downtime.

You will maintain, test and service fire detection systems, prepare accurate reports and liaise with clients and the helpdesk to provide timely updates on faults and repairs. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience maintaining fire detection and alarm systems.
• Knowledge of current British Standards relating to fire safety.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities.
• Experience with multiple fire alarm manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on fire detection and alarm systems in line with contract requirements and British Standards.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests, diagnose faults and perform repairs to restore systems.
• Investigate faults, identify root cause and implement remedial actions.
• Test, inspect and service fire alarm systems and related equipment.
• Complete maintenance reports and service records accurately within set timescales.
• Communicate with clients, colleagues and helpdesk about faults and updates.
• Identify defects, risks and additional remedial works, escalating as needed.
• Ensure risk assessments and permit-to-work requirements are followed where applicable.

Skills

Fire alarm maintenance

Fault finding & diagnostics

British Standards knowledge

PPM scheduling

Customer communication

Job description

OCS is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to perform PPM, reactive maintenance and fault-finding across commercial sites in the UK. The role focuses on system reliability, compliance with British Standards and minimizing downtime.

You will maintain, test and service fire detection systems, prepare accurate reports and liaise with clients and the helpdesk to provide timely updates on faults and repairs. A full UK driving licence is required.