Fire Alarm Service Engineer

Innotech Partners; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized contractor in London seeks a Fire & Security Systems Installation Engineer for installation and maintenance of fire detection and security systems. The ideal candidate possesses troubleshooting skills, experience in domestic and commercial environments, and a valid driving license. The role offers a starting salary of £35k-£40k, benefits including training, holidays, and progression opportunities.

Benefits

20 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays

Company van and fuel card

Uniform and tools provided

Pension contribution

Opportunities for overtime (1.5x on Saturdays)

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in domestic and commercial environments.
• Clean, valid driving license required.
• Adaptable and comfortable problem solving autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Installation of fire detection and security alarm systems.
• Provide ongoing reactive maintenance to customers.
• Observe and adhere to company Health and Safety guidelines.

Skills

Troubleshooting fire detection systems

Basic programming knowledge

Health and safety compliance

Education

City and Guilds 236 parts 1&2 electrical installation or equivalent

17th or 18th Edition Electrical qualification

Tools

Knowledge of Gent Certification

Familiarity with Advanced Electronics, HAES, and Honeywell

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Fire & Security Systems Installation Engineer

Location: London

Starting Salary: Circa £35k-£40k

Type: Full-time | Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Innotech Partners are collaborating with an established Contractor who specialise design, installation and maintenance services for electrical, heating, plumbing, fire and security systems. They are seeking an enthusiastic Lead Fire Alarm and Securtiy Systems Installation Engineer to join them on a permanent full time basis.

Responsibilities

• Installation of fire detection and security alarm systems, including emergency lighting, remote monitoring, intruder alarms, access controls, intercoms and nurse call systems
• To maintain and provide ongoing reactive maintenance.
• Support customers and wider company operations, sales, administration and operations where required
• Observe and adhere to company Health and Safety guidelines and contribute to a Health and Safety working environment

Requirements

• Any additional capabilities or basic programming knowledge relating to any of the above systems would be advantageous. Training and development can be offered in these areas
• Specific product knowledge of some or all the following manufacturers is desired:
  • Gent Certification
  • Advanced Electronics, HAES, Kentec, Gent, Hochiki, Apollo, Vesda, Airsense, Honeywell, Paxton, Control Soft, Videcon, Hikvision.
• A proven ability to trouble shoot, identify and suggest appropriate course of action, specifically related to issues and maintenance related to fire detection and alarm systems
• Proven experience working in domestic and commercial environments
• City and Guilds 236 parts 1&2 electrical installation would be advantageous, or time served equivalent
• 17th or 18th Edition Electrical qualification would be desirable but not essential
• Clean, valid driving licence
• Adaptable, comfortable problem solving autonomously, and not having a daily routine
• Respect for health and safety of both themselves, their colleagues, and the customer
• Full UK driver's licence

Benefits

• Starting salary Circa £35,000 - £40,000
• Holiday - 20 days + 8 days Bank Holidays
• fuel card & Company Van
• Opportunity to earn overtime (1.5x on Saturdays)
• Uniform & Tools provided
• Progression opportunities
• Pension contribution
• Full training by a supportive friendly team

If this role is of interest, please apply via the link and we will be in touch. Alternatively, you can contact Chris Duggan at Innotech Partners to discuss the role in more detail.

INNOTECH PARTNERS acts as an employment agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).

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