Fire Alarm Service Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire protection is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Technician to ensure proper servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systems. The role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including a company van and pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in the field and be committed to delivering high-quality service while working both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory company pension scheme

Company van plus fuel card

Mobile phone

Overtime opportunities available

Qualifications

• Experience with fire alarm systems maintenance required.
• Understanding of BS5839 standards essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct servicing, PPM, and technical support on fire alarm systems.
• Service and maintain various fire alarm systems.
• Occasional cover in other areas may be required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

FIA or equivalent training

Proven experience in fire alarm systems maintenance

Job description

Job Description

Summary of Role: You will be responsible for the service, PPM, and technical support of fire alarm systems. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and progress your career within the fire engineering sector, working on the latest technology in fire alarms. You will receive full training on our range of products, either via our chosen manufacturers, industry-recognized training courses, or through our in-house product training facility.

What you will be doing:

1. Conducting servicing, PPM, and technical support on fire alarm systems for our clients.
2. Service and maintain Fire Alarm Systems (Addressable and conventional).
3. You may be required, on occasion, to provide cover in other areas and stay away.

What we will need from you:

• Proven & demonstrable experience in fire alarm systems maintenance gained over a number of years (essential).
• Familiarity with and understanding of BS5839 standards (essential).
• FIA or equivalent training is highly desirable.
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Provide a professional service at all times, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, quality, and customer service (essential).
• Able to work independently, with little supervision, but also able to work successfully as part of a team (essential).
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with a range of customers/clients/internal colleagues (essential).
• Reliability and punctuality qualities are essential to this role.

What you can expect in return:

• Salary Range: competitive & negotiable depending on level of experience.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy 5 days and sell 2 days.
• Contributory company pension scheme.
• Company Van plus fuel card.
• Mobile phone.
• Hours: 36.5 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.45-16.40, Friday 8.45-4.00).
• You will be required to work on a call-out rota including standby rates.
• Overtime opportunities are available.

Additional information:

You may be required to undertake a DBS check as part of your role at Hall & Kay.

How to apply: Please submit a tailored CV detailing your experience relevant to this role.

Additional Company Information: We deliver complex fire protection and security solutions to protect what matters most to our clients. Our focus is on the lifetime value of a project, designing, supplying, installing, testing, and maintaining all types of sprinkler, gas suppression, fire detection, and integrated security systems. With over 140 years of trading experience, we pride ourselves on our project delivery culture and lasting relationships with respected UK companies.

What sets us apart? Our culture, which we call the Hall & Kay way — it's a people thing. We believe that we can achieve more when working as a team with clients, communities, and within our own business. Our people create safety every day, using their skills and experience to adapt and rise to challenges. It's our people that make us trusted to deliver.