Fire Alarm & Extinguisher Engineer, RECRUITMENT HELPLINE

Guardian Jobs; Slough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical

Pension

Insurance

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

Guardian Jobs is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm & Extinguisher Engineer for a full-time, permanent role in Slough. The position involves installation, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm systems across commercial and residential sites, with a strong emphasis on BS5839 compliance and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, Firequal certification, and a valid UK driving licence. Salary ranges between £38,000 and £42,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in fire alarm servicing.
• BS 5839-1:2025 knowledge and compliance.
• Firequal Foundation Certification required.
• Right to work in the UK and a clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on fire alarm systems, extinguishers and associated safety devices.
• Perform repairs, fault finding, upgrades and installations.
• Ensure current BS5839-1:2025 standards compliance during inspections.
• Attend emergency call-outs as required and participate in on-call rota.
• Complete documentation and service reports daily and provide phone support as needed.

Skills

Fire alarm servicing

Education

Firequal Foundation Certification

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Alarm & Extinguisher Engineer to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience.

Location: Slough, Berkshire SL1

About The Company

Established in 1997, they are a family run business who offer transparent and reliable fire protection services where they design, supply, install and maintain all aspects of fire safety in buildings, according to the relevant British Standards and other recognised guidance documents. By maintaining various fire safety elements to the correct standard, they provide clients with “peace of mind” and an assurance that their premises remain compliant with regards to fire safety legislation.

Job Description

The company are seeking skilled and detail-oriented Alarm & Fire Extinguisher Engineers to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing a variety of alarm systems across commercial and residential sites. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong technical background and a passion for fire safety systems. Engineers will work both independently and as part of a team to ensure the highest standards of safety and functionality are maintained. A comprehensive understanding of BS5839 is essential to excel in this position.

Key Duties

• Carry out planned maintenance on fire alarm systems, smoke vents, emergency lighting, aspirating systems, water leak detection, and gas suppression panels, attending sites alongside mechanical engineers where required
• Complete remedial works, fault finding, small works, system upgrades, and installations
• Assess system condition and compliance confidently in accordance with BS 5839-1:2025 standards
• Attend emergency call-outs as required
• Participate in the on-call rota (1 in 4) upon successful completion of probation
• Work independently and manage workload effectively
• Complete electronic documentation and service reports daily
• Provide telephone-based technical support and assistance to clients

Candidate Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Clean UK Drivers Licence
• DBS to be completed
• Firequal Foundation Certification
• 3 Years Minimum experience in fire alarm servicing

Company Benefits

• Private Medical
• Overtime Opportunities
• Pension
• Insurance

This role offers an engaging environment for technically skilled professionals eager to develop their expertise in alarm systems while contributing to safety solutions across diverse settings

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.