Fire Alarm Installation Engineer

SER Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Company credit card

Annual leave 23 days + bank holidays

Travel time paid

Call-out rota negotiable

Standby allowance

Salary reviews

Overtime pay

Tools provided

Training and development

Social and team-building events

Job summary

SER Limited is recruiting a Fire Alarm Installation Engineer to install, commission and support fire alarm systems across commercial projects. Based mainly in the Midlands, with occasional travel to projects further north, you will work closely with project managers, engineers and customers to ensure high standards.

The role offers a company van, tools and ongoing training, with a clear path for career development and regular salary reviews.

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing and commissioning fire alarm systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire alarm systems and installation practices.
• Experience with Advanced, Morley, Kentec and Apollo would be advantageous.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and support to other engineers.
• Good understanding of relevant fire alarm standards and regulations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to projects further north.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and configure a variety of fire alarm systems.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers and project teams.
• Act as a key point of contact for installation-related queries and technical issues.
• Ensure installations are completed to a high standard and in accordance with regulations and standards.
• Travel occasionally to projects in the North; majority Midlands.
• Complete commissioning documentation, handover paperwork and project reports.
• Support delivery of projects from installation through to completion.

Skills

Proven experience installing and

commissioning fire alarm systems

Technical knowledge of fire alarm

Guidance to other engineers

Regulations and standards

Customer service skills

Independent working

Full UK Driving Licence

Willingness to travel North

Job description

Fire Alarm Installation Engineer
Nottingham
£45,000 - £50,000 DOE

• Company van provided, including personal use
• Company credit card
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days after 5 years' service
• Travel time paid after the first 30 minutes
• Call-out rota available and negotiable – engineers can choose whether they wish to participate
• Standby allowance: £160 per week when on call
• Annual salary reviews
• Overtime available after 40 hours, paid at time and a half, with double time available at weekends
• Company laptop, mobile phone, and power tools provided
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Fully funded company social and team-building events

About the Company

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and well-established Fire & Security company with an outstanding reputation built on decades of industry expertise.

Due to continued growth and an increasing number of installation projects, they are looking to add an experienced Fire Alarm Installation Engineer to their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to take the next step in their career, with the chance to become a key point of contact for technical guidance and support across projects. The majority of work will be based across the Midlands, with occasional travel to projects further north.

The company genuinely invests in its employees, offering long-term career progression, ongoing training, and the opportunity to work alongside a supportive and highly knowledgeable team.

The Role

As a Fire Alarm Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for installing, commissioning, and supporting fire alarm systems across a range of commercial projects.

Alongside your hands-on installation responsibilities, you will act as a point of contact for guidance and technical support on projects, working closely with project managers, engineers, and customers to ensure installations are delivered to a high standard.

The majority of projects will be located throughout the Midlands, with occasional travel to the North required depending on project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and configure a variety of fire alarm systems
• Work with industry-leading manufacturers including Advanced, Morley, Kentec, and Apollo
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers and project teams
• Act as a key point of contact for installation-related queries and technical issues
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Ensure installations are completed to a high standard and in accordance with relevant regulations and industry standards
• Fault-find and resolve technical issues during installation and commissioning
• Liaise with customers, project managers, and other engineers throughout projects
• Complete commissioning documentation, handover paperwork, and project reports accurately
• Support the successful delivery of projects from installation through to completion
• Travel occasionally to projects in the North, although the majority of work will be across the Midlands

Requirements

• Proven experience installing and commissioning fire alarm systems
• Strong technical knowledge of fire alarm systems and installation practices
• Experience with systems such as Advanced, Morley, Kentec, and Apollo would be advantageous
• Ability to provide technical guidance and support to other engineers
• Good understanding of relevant fire alarm standards and regulations
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Willingness to travel occasionally to projects further north

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and respected Fire & Security organisation where your technical expertise will be genuinely valued.

With the majority of projects based in the Midlands and only occasional travel north, this would suit an experienced Fire Alarm Installation Engineer looking for greater responsibility, technical ownership, and a clear path for career development.