Fire Extinguisher Service Technician

Morgan Fire Protection; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire safety company is seeking a Fire Extinguisher Service Technician to provide maintenance and service portable fire extinguishers in Manchester and surrounding counties. Candidates should have experience in fire extinguisher servicing and hold relevant qualifications. The position offers a basic salary of £27,000 with OTE up to £40,000. Benefits include a pension scheme, life assurance, and paid holidays.

Benefits

4% commission on completed works

Pension scheme

Paid time off

Employee recognition scheme

Mental health and well-being scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in servicing fire extinguishers with competence proof.
• Qualified in BS5306 parts 3 and 8.
• Must possess a full driving license.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain portable fire extinguishers.
• Plan and complete service calls efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with customers about equipment status.

Skills

Fire extinguisher servicing

Customer service

Problem solving

Mechanical fire knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

BAFE / FETA qualification or equivalent

Tools

PDA/iPad/smartphone

Job description

Carry out the servicing and maintenance of Portable fire extinguishers. All equipment will be provided to allow high standards of service, installation and maintenance of Portable fire extinguishers in line with the Current British Standard Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Install, Service & Maintain Portable Fire Extinguishers
• Work in line with current British standards and customer requirements.
• Plan and complete call visits within your designated region, ensuring maximum efficiency and best use of resources.
• Build professional and effective relationships with a wide client base.
• Be accountable for ensuring effective area planning to maximise travel time and time on customer premises.
• Carry out scheduled & reactive maintenance in a timely, efficient & cost-effective manner.
• Effectively communicate with our customers to ensure a good understanding of system/equipment status.
• Liaise with Service Administrators to ensure the needs of our customers are met.
• Be responsible for the management & security of vehicle stock, tools & equipment.
• Carry out full surveys of customer sites to assess for fire equipment and signage
• Approach all training positively & professionally complete all duties.
• Travel and some stopovers are expected during the training period and busier months.
• At our core, we are a small, regionally focused business that prides itself on delivering a bespoke and reactive service. Our clients receive undivided attention and dedication, ensuring their needs are met with precision and care.
• We are part of a larger group of businesses within the Fire Protection, Security, and Building Management Systems industry. This connection allows us to share best practices, access learning and development academies, and benefit from Human Resource specialists and industry knowledge. This synergy ensures we are constantly improving and staying ahead in the critical service industry.
• We are large enough to provide comprehensive, industry-leading solutions, yet small enough to deliver a personal and caring service to each client.

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Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in fire extinguisher servicing, hold a qualification to prove competence and have good knowledge BS5306 parts 3 and 8.
• Technical background in the Mechanical Fire industry.
• Experience of front-line customer service.
• Previous experience of maintaining fire extinguishers is essential.
• Qualified to BAFE / FETA or equivalent, and ongoing refresher training every three years with certificated evidence.
• Ability to work unsupervised with the capability to problem solve.
• Flexibility to travel for work and training when required.
• Experience in other Mechanical Fire Systems would be advantageous.
• Must be computer literate and be conversant with email, Word, Excel and be able to work with a PDA/iPad/smartphone.
• Must have a basic knowledge of maths and be able to calculate fire ratings.
• Must be able to create quotes and recommendations to send to the customer.
• Full driving licence.

Compensation & Benefits

Basic Salary - £27,000 per annum plus commission on all completed works OTE up to £40,000. Overtime & Paid Time Pension, Life Assurance & much more.

Our Commitment to Attracting, Rewarding & Retaining Talent:

• 4% commission on all completed works
• Overtime & Paid Time
• Royal London Pension
• Life Assurance 4x Salary
• Paid Holidays plus Bank Holidays
• Paid Candidate Referral Scheme - up to £1,000 per referral, unlimited referrals.
• Mental Health & Well-being Scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Development and progression opportunities

Equal Opportunities

We celebrate individuality and believe that a culture of inclusion helps us better serve our customers and innovate as a team. Our commitment to equal opportunities means we're here to support you – if you need any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, just let us know. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives.

Additional Information

Are you passionate about fire safety and protection? Morgan Fire Protection specialises in the delivery of planned and corrective maintenance for fire detection systems and portable extinguishers. While our operational resources are primarily based around London, we proudly offer national coverage through our reactive delivery model.

Please Note

We appreciate the time and effort invested in your application. Morgan Fire Protection reserves the right to discuss your application with the recruitment team. Thank you for pursuing this opportunity.