Fire Alarm Service Engineer

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and security company in the South East is seeking a Senior Field Service Engineer specializing in Fire Alarm Systems. This role involves servicing, maintaining, and commissioning fire alarm systems for commercial clients across London. Candidates should have experience with various fire alarm systems and a full UK driving license. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 – £42,000, as well as benefits including holiday pay, sick pay, pension, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Sick pay

NEST Pension

Group Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Childcare salary sacrifice scheme

Health Cash Back Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer or Fire Alarm Engineer.
• Strong commissioning experience with fire alarm systems (addressable and conventional).
• Knowledge of major fire alarm systems preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across SW / W / SE London.
• Self-motivated, organised, and customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, fault-find, and commission fire alarm systems.
• Support and mentor junior engineers as the senior engineer on the patch.
• Ensure compliance with BS5839 and company standards.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.

Skills

Field Service Engineering

Fire Alarm Systems Commissioning

Customer Service Focus

Tools

Gent Fire Alarm Systems

Advanced Fire Alarm Systems

Kentec Fire Alarm Systems

Morley Fire Alarm Systems

Notifier Fire Alarm Systems

Job description

Senior Field Service Engineer – Fire Alarm Systems

Location : South West / West / South East London & surrounding areas

Salary : £40,000 – £42,000 + Overtime + Standby Pay + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Field Service Engineer looking to take the next step in your career?

We’re looking for a Senior Field Service Engineer to join our expanding team, covering SW, W, and SE London. You’ll work with industry-leading fire alarm systems, handling service, maintenance, and commissioning work for a variety of commercial clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Fire Alarm Engineer who enjoys technical variety, customer interaction, and autonomy in their day-to-day role.

The Role :

• Service, maintain, fault‑find, and commission fire alarm systems across the region.
• Work within your designated area (SW / W / SE postcodes).
• Support and mentor junior engineers as the senior engineer on the patch.
• Ensure compliance with BS5839 and company quality standards.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while representing a respected brand in the fire industry.

Requirements :

• Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer or Fire Alarm Engineer.
• Strong commissioning experience with fire alarm systems (addressable and conventional).
• Knowledge of major systems (e.g. Gent, Advanced, Kentec, Morley, Notifier, etc.) preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across SW / W / SE London.
• Self‑motivated, organised, and customer‑focused.

Package & Benefits :

Salary : £40,000 – £42,000 (DOE)

Overtime : Paid at time and a half after 40 hours

Standby Allowance : £150 per week (on a rota basis)

Travel Pay : After the first 30 minutes each way

Company Benefits Include :

• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 22 after 3 years and 25 after 5 years)
• Sick pay (3 days full pay, rising to 3 weeks full pay after 2 years)
• NEST Pension
• 2x annual salary Group Life Assurance (AIG)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): 24 / 7 GP access, second medical opinion, mental health support, fitness and nutrition programmes
• Yellownest childcare salary sacrifice scheme
• Health Cash Back Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Retail Discounts
• Full statutory family leave entitlements

Why Join Us?

We’re a well-established fire and security company with a strong presence across London and the South East. You’ll be joining a team that values technical excellence, teamwork, and genuine work‑life balance — with plenty of room to grow your skills and progress your career.

Apply Now!

If you’re an experienced Fire Alarm Field Service Engineer or Commissioning Engineer in London, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join a respected employer that truly invests in its people.