Fire Alarm Small Works Engineer

Protec Fire & Security Group Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Protec Fire & Security Group Ltd is seeking an installer for fire alarm systems, responsible for installation, commissioning and additions to existing installations on client premises. You will work with electrical circuits and safety practices.

The role requires a full electrical qualification and experience in the fire alarm sector. You will maintain records, communicate with colleagues and customers, and uphold high standards of professionalism.

Qualifications

• A full electrical qualification such as City & Guilds, NVQ, ONC, or HNC.
• Experience in the Fire Alarm sector and knowledge of electrical circuits.
• Familiarity with safe working practices and Health & Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission Fire Alarm equipment on client premises, including new systems and additions to existing systems.
• Maintain knowledge of circuits and measuring devices; undertake training as needed.
• Install cable management systems such as tray and trunking.
• Work within Health and Safety guidelines to ensure safety on site.
• Maintain a clean working environment and respect client premises at all times.
• Act as a Company Ambassador; communicate diplomatically to strengthen customer relationships.
• Use hand and powered tools safely and appropriately.
• Undertake other duties commensurate with the position.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Technology proficiency

Record-keeping

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Cross-level communication

Education

Electrical qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ/ONC/HNC)

Job description

To work on the supply, fit and commission of Fire Alarm and associated equipment. You will be responsible for the installation of new systems as well as additions to existing systems installed by Protec Fire and Security Group and others.

Typical Responsibilities

• The installation and commissioning of Fire Alarm and associated equipment on client premises. Both new systems and additions to existing systems.
• To maintain a working knowledge of circuits and measuring devices and an understanding and respect of electrical circuits as well as undertaking training courses where necessary.
• Installation of cable management systems such as tray and trunking.
• Working within all Health and Safety guidelines, both site and company specific, to ensure the safety of yourself and those around you.
• Ensuring a clean working environment as well as respecting our clients’ premises at all times.
• To act as a Company Ambassador. You must be smart in appearance, pleasant in attitude and capable of communicating diplomatically to strengthen customer relationships.
• The safe and appropriate use of hand and powered tools when required.
• Any other duties commensurate with your position.

Qualifications

• A full Electrical based qualification such as City & Guilds, NVQ, ONC, HNC etc

Experience

• Experience of working within the Fire Alarm sector
• A working knowledge of electrical circuits and measuring devices
• Familiarity with safe working practices and Health & Safety requirements

Skills / Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills
• Competent using technology such as laptops, measuring devices, smart phones etc
• Ability to maintain accurate records whilst regularly submitting customer and company paperwork in a timely manner
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with staff at varying levels throughout the company

Other

• A genuine interest in your work with an enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Full, valid driving licence