Fire Alarm Installation and Commissioning Engineer

Perigon Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety firm in Greater London is seeking a Fire Alarm Installation & Commissioning Engineer. In this role, you will install and commission fire alarm systems to standards, with no callouts ensuring work-life balance. The firm offers competitive pay up to £38K plus bonuses, paid travel, great training, and potential for progression within a supportive team environment. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience and good knowledge of BS5839 standards.

Benefits

Up to £38K basic salary

Bonus scheme (OTE up to £60K)

Paid travel time

Van and fuel card

Pension and life cover

Top-up training

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in the fire industry.
• Solid installation experience with fire alarm systems.
• Good knowledge of BS5839 and open protocol panels.

Responsibilities

• Installing and commissioning fire alarm systems to BS5839.
• Programming, testing, and completing handover paperwork.
• Liaising with project teams and clients.

Skills

Fire alarm system installation

BS5839 knowledge

Commissioning skills

Clear communication

Driving license

Job description

Fire Alarm Installation & Commissioning Engineer – London / M25

No callouts. Straightforward fire installation and commissioning work. This is a hands‑on role for someone who knows how to wire, fit, test, and sign off fire alarm systems to BS5839, and wants to do it without being dragged out in the evenings or dumped on chaotic sites.

What’s on offer

• Up to £38K basic + bonus scheme (OTE up to £60K)
• Real scope to progress, including moving into leadership or technical development as the team grows
• No callouts — evenings and weekends are yours again
• Paid travel time, door to door
• Van, fuel card, pension, and life cover
• Top‑up training (FIA, BAFE, manufacturer courses)
• Supportive team and clear progression path

What you’ll be doing

• Installing and commissioning fire alarm systems to BS5839
• Programming, testing, and completing handover paperwork
• Working on well‑managed residential and commercial sites — no tower blocks, no carnage
• Liaising with project teams and clients to keep jobs moving smoothly
• Helping out with small works and upgrades where needed

What you’ll need

• At least 2 years' experience in the fire industry
• Solid install experience with fire alarm systems
• Some commissioning skills (doesn't need to be advanced, they'll train you up)
• Good knowledge of BS5839 and open protocol panels
• Full UK driving licence and a clear communicator

Who you’ll be working with

This is a privately owned fire firm with a great culture and a team of quality engineers who support each other. You’ll be working on interesting sites, helping develop the projects division, and there’s real scope to progress within the business. Expect fantastic training, strong overall earnings, and structured installs, without being left firefighting (pun slightly intended).

Interested? Send over what you’ve got — even if your CV’s a bit out of date.