Fire Alarm Manager

Daniel Owen Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire protection company is seeking a Repairs Manager based in Crawley. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and at least five years in operations management within the field. Responsibilities include managing service and installations while ensuring compliance with fire alarm standards. A valid UK driver's license is required and the role offers competitive salary and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in operations management or project management in the Fire Protection industry.
• Experienced in managing and estimating costs on Fire Alarm projects.
• Valid UK Driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all installation, service, and fault works within the business.
• Organise tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.

Skills

Project Management

Fire Alarm Standards (BS5839)

Critical Thinking

Communication

Leadership

Data Analysis

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Job description

Job Title: Repairs Manager FRA

Industry: Fire Protection

Salary: 48,000 - 55,000 per annum

Location: Crawley

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage all installation, service, and fault works within the business.
• Organise tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment to support overall business objectives.
• Foster growth within the operations department, ensuring a vibrant, technically proficient, and fulfilled team.
• Develop, implement, and review operational policies and procedures.
• Set the strategic direction for the department, building systems that encourage growth and improvements.
• Review and approve operational invoices.
• Provide operational and financial reports.

Skills & Experience:

• You would have experience delivering projects for a Fire Detection Installer (NACOSS FIRE, BAFE, FIA, NSI, GENT, Open Protocol, etc) Fire Alarm project Management as you would need to know the BS5839 standards to ensure refits and fire alarm and life safety installations of addressable systems are correct).
• Minimum 5 years in operations management, project management, or a similar role in a Field Service based industry in the Fire Protection systems.
• Any design experience would be great to help others and solve problems and know the BS 5839 standards for UK Fire Alarm installs.
• At least 5 years' experience managing and estimating/controlling costs on Fire Alarm projects.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and networking skills.
• People-oriented with a commitment to providing excellent service.
• Effective leadership qualities with the ability to provide direction.
• Experienced in data analysis, supported by excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Resilient with evidence of working under pressure.
• Ability to influence and develop team members.
• Highly organised with strong time management skills.
• High level of personal integrity, professionalism, and work ethic.
• Strong project management, planning, and decision-making skills.
• Valid UK Driver's license.