Fire Alarm Engineer Site Supervisor

EVI LTD; Northolt; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Uniform

Monthly Company Lunch

Quarterly Company Events

Job summary

EVI LTD in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Fire Alarm Engineer Site Supervisor to lead on-site installation, commissioning and maintenance of life safety systems in high-rise and occupied buildings.

You will supervise engineers and subcontractors, ensure compliance with BS 5839/8629 and NSI/SSAIB, carry out site surveys, read drawings, and maintain health and safety standards. A minimum of 5 years in fire safety, SSSTS or equivalent, and a UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• SSSTS or equivalent supervisory qualification.
• Full UK driving licence and Right to Work in the UK.
• Sound working knowledge of BS 5839, BS 8629, NSI/SSAIB, BAFE standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, commission, and fault-find life safety systems.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide junior engineers and subcontractors on site.
• Lead works on high-rise developments and occupied buildings.
• Read, interpret, and work from drawings and system schematics.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety on live sites.
• Complete documentation, reports, and certification.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fault-finding

Customer-focused communication

Working at height

Education

FIA Training Level 3

Job description

Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer Site Supervisor

Are you an experience Senior Life Safety Technical Engineer/Supervisor looking for your next challenge? Do you take pride in your work, thrive in live environments and are passionate about quality and safety? Then read on, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. We are a long-standing family run business who are an industry leader in providing Fire, Security, Reception and Data system solutions. We are looking for an experienced Senior Life Safety Technical Engineer/Supervisor to supervise all our engineers and contractors on site. We are looking for a strong leader and team player who will embrace a fast start in return for a rewarding package

What we Offer

• 20 days plus Bank Holidays plus your birthday per annum (increasing annually to a maximum of 25 after 5 years)
• Monthly Company Lunch
• Quarterly Company Events

Role Responsibilities and Duties for Fire Alarm Engineer Site Supervisor

• Install, service, commission, and fault-find life safety systems, including Fire Alarm Systems, Evacuation Alert Systems, Emergency Voice Communication (EVC) Systems, Disabled Refuge / Toilet Alarm Systems
• Supervise, mentor, and guide junior engineers and subcontractors on site
• Lead works on high-rise developments and in occupied residential or commercial buildings
• Ensure all installations and maintenance activities comply with relevant British Standards and industry regulations
• Read, interpret, and work from drawings, site plans, and system schematics
• Sound knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (BS 5839, BS 8629, NSI/SSAIB, BAFE standards)
• Carry out site surveys, testing, inspections, and handovers
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, particularly in live and occupied environments
• Liaise with clients, main contractors, and other stakeholders to coordinate works
• Complete accurate documentation, reports, and certification
• Adhoc duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience Required for Fire Alarm Engineer Site Supervisor

• SSSTS or equivalent supervisory qualification
• ECS or CSCS Card
• Sound working knowledge of relevant standards and regulations: BS 5839, BS 8629, NSI / SSAIB requirements, BAFE standards
• Working at Height
• IPAF and/or PASMA (Desired)
• FIA Training minimum Level 3
• Full UK driving licence and Right to Work in the UK
• Minimum of 5 years experience working within the Fire Safety Industry
• Solid experience installing, servicing, fault finding and commissioning of Fire Alarm, Evacuation Alert, Emergency Voice Communication and Toilet Alarm systems
• Supervisory experience and the mentoring/guiding of others
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate professionally with a customer-focused approach

Salary

£45,000 to £55,000 DOE - overtime and bonus opportunities

Hours of work

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

What we offer: Company van, fuel card, tools, and uniform

Ongoing professional development and training (Manufacturers, H&S)