Fire & Life Safety Maintenance

Polyteck Building Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services company in Greater London is seeking a Fire Alarm and Life Safety Engineer Technician. This role involves maintenance and testing of fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Key responsibilities include conducting PPMs, liaising with clients, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have proven installation experience, strong product knowledge, and ideally FIA / FireQual qualifications. The position offers competitive salary, training, and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Travel expenses covered

Continuous training

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven on-site experience in 1st and 2nd fix fire alarm installation.
• Experience in weekly fire alarm testing and monthly emergency lighting checks.
• Strong product knowledge and willingness to attend manufacturer training.

Responsibilities

• Perform PPMs and statutory tests across life safety systems.
• Coordinate tools, materials, and parts with Supervising Technician.
• Follow RAMS and compliance with H&S policies.

Skills

On-site experience in fire alarm installation

Fire alarm software programming

Independent task management

Financial awareness

Product knowledge

Communication skills

Education

FIA / FireQual qualifications

Job description

Polyteck Building Services is seeking a reliable and technically skilled Fire Alarm and Life Safety Engineer Technician to support planned maintenance, reactive callouts, installations, and remedial works across multiple sites. This role ensures fire alarm and associated life safety systems remain compliant, effective, and operational at all times.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Testing
  • Perform PPMs and statutory tests across life safety systems, including:
  • Fire alarms: Servicing, fault‑finding, minor works, and basic cause‑and‑effect checks in line with BS 5839.
  • Emergency lighting: Monthly functional and annual duration tests in accordance with BS 5266.
  • Smoke ventilation/AOV systems: Inspection, testing, and basic adjustment to BS 7346‑8.
  • Fire curtains: Inspection, testing, and reporting to BS 8524 / EN 12101.
  • Fire extinguishers: Servicing/installation to BS 5306‑3/-8, including safe disposal and asset register updates.
  • Fire damper inspection/testing to BS 9999 / EN 15650 (Desirable – training provided if required).
  • Fire door checks and reporting to BS 8214 / BS 9999 (Desirable).
• Work Execution & Documentation
  • Allocate adequate time and resources to complete works efficiently.
  • Coordinate tools, materials, and parts with Supervising Technician / Maintenance Manager.
  • Complete job sheets, logbooks, commissioning sheets, certificates, and asset registers accurately.
  • Conduct weekly onsite fire alarm tests where required.
  • Attend reactive call‑outs both during and outside normal working hours.
  • Raise job sheets for additional works, remedials, or follow‑on tasks.
  • Maintain tools and testing equipment in good order (including calibration where required).
• Health & Safety
  • Follow RAMS, method statements, permits‑to‑work, and isolation procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with company H&S policies and industry regulations.
• Client Interaction
  • Liaise professionally with clients, tenants, and building managers.
  • Communicate findings clearly and provide recommendations where necessary.
• Personal Conduct
  • Represent the company professionally at all times and act as a positive role model.
  • Demonstrate flexibility with working hours when operational needs require it.
  • Understand and take responsibility for the impact of your actions on company performance.
  • Support the development of colleagues by offering guidance and constructive feedback.
  • Promote fairness, respect, and equal opportunities within the team.
• Team Responsibilities
  • Resolve operational challenges professionally, fairly, and promptly.
  • Encourage colleagues to take ownership of their work and contribute to solutions.
  • Promote open communication and constructive challenge to improve outcomes and working practices.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Sales Growth: Engage with tenants and clients to help identify maintenance contract opportunities.
• Efficiency: Minimise repeat visits and time spent on callouts.
• Cost Control: Reduce material waste and avoid damage to equipment.
• Customer Satisfaction: Demonstrate high standards of workmanship and service delivery.
• Programme Delivery: Complete work within agreed timeframes and budgets.

Qualifications

• Proven on‑site experience in 1st and 2nd fix fire alarm installation.
• Fire alarm software programming and commissioning experience.
• Strong product knowledge and willingness to attend manufacturer training.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively.
• Financial awareness and cost‑conscious approach.
• Experience in weekly fire alarm testing and monthly emergency lighting checks.
• FIA / FireQual qualifications preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience) + overtime opportunities
• Travel expenses covered for foot‑mobile engineers
• Continuous training and professional development
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile Central London contracts
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme