Fire Alarm Service Engineer (Site-Based)

V7 Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national fire and security organisation is seeking a Site-Based Fire Alarm Service Engineer in Bedford. This role offers excellent career progression within a stable, no-travel environment. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance and fault-finding on fire alarm systems. Candidates should possess strong diagnostic skills, be able to work independently, and have experience with BS5839 standards. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, including door-to-door travel and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary DOE

Door to door travel

23 days annual leave + BH

Overtime opportunities

Company pension scheme

Training and continuous development

Qualifications

• Proven experience servicing fire alarm systems.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills are essential.
• Understanding of BS5839 standards is required.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Perform fault-finding and reactive repairs.
• Complete testing to BS5839 standards.
• Maintain accurate records and service reports.
• Provide technical support to site personnel.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Communication skills

Customer-facing skills

Diagnostic skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Electrical or Fire & Security qualifications

Job description

Site-Based Fire Alarm Service Engineer – Bedford

V7 are currently recruiting for an experienced Site-Based Fire Alarm Service Engineer to join a leading national fire and security organisation at a critical site in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a reputable business offering long-term career progression, ongoing training, and excellent working conditions.

What’s On Offer / Package :

• Competitive salary DOE
• Door to door travel
• 23 days annual leave + BH (rising to 25)
• Overtime opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Gent training and continuous development

Excellent career progression

Stable, long-term position based on a single site (no travelling)

Role & Responsibilities :

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on fire alarm and associated life safety systems
• Perform fault-finding, diagnostics and reactive repairs
• Complete testing to BS5839 standards
• Work closely with site facilities and security teams
• Maintain accurate records, service reports and certification
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety requirements
• Provide technical support and advice to site personnel

Experience Required :

• Proven experience servicing fire alarm systems (site-based or mobile)
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Good understanding of BS5839
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills

Qualifications :

• FIA units preferred but not essential
• Electrical or Fire & Security qualifications beneficial
• Full right to work in the UK

Working Hours :

Monday to Friday (standard day shifts)

How to Apply :

If you are a Fire Alarm Service Engineer looking for a secure, site-based role in Bedford, please apply now with your CV. A member of the V7 Recruitment team will be in touch.

V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role.

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