Fire Alarm Service Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-wide Fire and Security Systems company seeks a Fire Alarm Service Engineer in Southampton. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary of £37,000 plus additional payments for call-outs and overtime. Key responsibilities include maintenance of fire alarm systems and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The role comes with extensive training and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Fully equipped company vehicle and tools

Paid holidays starting at 20 days per year

Access to FIA training courses

Group life assurance and health support

Cycle-to-work and tech purchasing schemes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in fire alarm systems maintenance is essential.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Applicants should reside within a reasonable driving distance of the coverage area.

Responsibilities

• Perform service calls and maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and diagnose faults.
• Complete service documentation in line with BS5839.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer service

Organisational skills

Job description

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Client:

4Front Recruitment

Location:

southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer on behalf of our client, a leading UK-wide Fire and Security Systems company. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-owned business that values its employees and offers excellent training and development opportunities. The role focuses on service calls, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), and reactive maintenance of fire alarm systems across the company’s business contracts.

Job Overview

• Location: Hampshire – Ideally located Southampton/Andover
• Salary: £37,000 per annum, plus call-out payments and overtime
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (approx. 1 in 4 weekend call-out rota)
• Type: Permanent (PAYE)

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake service calls and perform PPM and reactive maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and effectively diagnose faults.
• Complete all service documentation in line with BS5839 and company policies.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with customers.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in fire alarm systems maintenance is essential.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Good organisational skills, including time management and prioritisation.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel within the designated region.
• Applicants should reside within a reasonable driving distance of the coverage area.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary package with additional call-out payments and overtime.
• Fully equipped company vehicle, tools, uniform, PPE, and fuel card provided.
• All expenses covered (e.g., parking).
• Paid holidays starting at 20 days per year, increasing to 25 based on length of service.
• Access to FIA training courses and gas suppression training where applicable.
• Group life assurance with Employee Assistance Programme – including 24/7 GP access and health & wellbeing support.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, tech purchasing scheme, and retail discount opportunities.

Join a family-owned business that takes pride in its supportive work environment while delivering high-quality services. If you are passionate about fire safety engineering and looking for a rewarding career with excellent benefits, we encourage you to apply today!