Fire Alarm Installation Engineer

MJ Health Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Phone

Tools

Training

Career progression

Team environment

Job summary

MJ Health Ltd. seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to install, service and maintain fire alarm systems across the North West. You will diagnose faults, complete certificates, and liaise with clients and site managers to ensure compliant, safe operation.

The role requires knowledge of BS 5839 standards, driving licence, and IT-literate reporting. A customer-focused, independent worker with strong fault-finding skills will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer (installation and servicing).
• Solid knowledge of fire alarm regulations and British Standards.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• IT literacy for reporting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fire alarm systems to BS 5839 standards.
• Service existing systems and diagnose faults for repairs.
• Complete service reports, certificates and documentation.
• Liaise with clients, site managers and other engineers.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in on-call rota as required.
• Manage tools, equipment and company vehicle responsibly.

Skills

Proven experience as Fire Alarm Eng

Fire alarm regulations & BS standards

Fault-finding & problem-solving

Independent work & workload management

Communication & customer service

IT literacy for reporting

Education

FIA units

ECS/CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Gent

Apollo

Advanced

Notifier

C‑Tec

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fire Alarm Engineer to carry out the installation, servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of fire alarm systems across the North West. The role involves working across commercial, industrial, and residential sites, ensuring all systems comply with current regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fire alarm systems in line with BS 5839 standards
• Service and maintain existing fire alarm systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
• Complete accurate service reports, certificates, and documentation
• Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and other engineers
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with health & safety regulations
• Participate in an on-call rota where required
• Manage tools, equipment, and company vehicle responsibly

Systems Experience (Desirable)

• Conventional and addressable fire alarm systems
• Knowledge of manufacturers such as Gent, Apollo, Advanced, Notifier, C-Tec, or similar
• Basic understanding of emergency lighting (advantageous but not essential)

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer (installation and servicing)
• Good knowledge of fire alarm regulations and British Standards
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Good communication and customer service skills
• IT literacy for reporting and documentation

Qualifications

• Relevant fire alarm qualifications (e.g. FIA units) preferred
• ECS/CSCS card (or ability to obtain)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle, fuel card, phone, and tools
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for career progression