Fire Engineer

Daniel Owen Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in engineering is seeking a skilled Fire Engineer to join a client in London. This permanent role involves installation, maintenance, servicing, and repairs of Fire Alarms across domestic and commercial properties, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have in-depth industry knowledge and solid communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, healthcare contributions, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Private healthcare contribution

Increasing holiday allowance

Flexible working considerations

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in installation, maintenance, servicing, programming, and commissioning.
• Proactive and responsible approach to Health & Safety.
• Confidence using mobile devices to complete job sheets and certification.

Responsibilities

• Interpret fire alarm or AOV drawings and specifications.
• Work safely and in accordance with relevant Health & Safety regulations.
• Complete full system installations and upgrades.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of the Fire industry

Experience in installation

Strong understanding of fire safety standards

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Fire Engineer

Industry: Fire Protection Services

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 per annum

Location: London

Job Description

Daniel Owen is looking for a skilled Fire Engineer to start with one of our clients based within London. This Fire Alarm Engineer will be employed on a permanent basis with a company Van and Fuel Card provided.

In this role, you will be responsible for completing a range of tasks assigned to you, including installation, maintenance, servicing and repairs of Fire Alarms.

You will work across a variety of domestic and commercial properties, primarily within the social housing and local authority sectors. All work must be completed to a high standard, using your technical expertise in line with industry regulations and company expectations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret fire alarm or AOV drawings and specifications where required and carry out installations accordingly
• Work safely and in accordance with all relevant Health & Safety and Fire Alarm Regulations
• Demonstrate experience with a range of Fire Alarm control panels and equipment, including closed protocol systems
• Carry out scheduled servicing of Fire Alarm
• Maintain and repair Fire Alarm including system modifications
• Complete full system installations and upgrades
• Accurately complete all paperwork and job reports using the Oneserve application
• Ensure full compliance with BS 7671 and BS 5839 Fire Alarm regulations
• Attend company-provided training sessions as required
• Participate in performance improvement programmes and regular appraisals
• Liaise effectively with office staff and supervisors to resolve queries
• Work to meet company-set KPIs
• Carry out any additional duties reasonably required by your line manager or company directors

Qualifications & Experience

• In-depth knowledge of the Fire industry
• Experience in installation, maintenance, servicing, programming, and commissioning
• Strong understanding of fire safety standards and relevant legislation
• Proactive and responsible approach to Health & Safety
• Confidence using mobile devices to complete job sheets and certification
• Excellent communication skills-both verbal and written
• Highly organised, reliable, and able to work independently
• Strong accountability, ownership and integrity

Benefits

We have established a supportive, team-focused culture where collaboration and communication are at the heart of how we operate. You will be supported by experienced managers, knowledgeable peers, and senior leadership who have hands-on industry experience.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary package
• Private healthcare contribution
• Increasing holiday allowance with length of service
• Private mileage allowance for company vehicles
• Supportive sick pay policies
• Flexible working considerations where needed
• Training and development opportunities to expand your skills and responsibilities
• Regular team events to socialise, celebrate achievements and stay connected
• Provision of all necessary test equipment and protective kit