Fire Service Engineer

Daniel Owen Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

Private healthcare contribution

Increasing annual leave entitlement

Ongoing training and professional development

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

A reputable electrical services provider in South-East London is seeking a Fire Alarm Engineer to install, service, and maintain fire alarm and AOV systems across various properties. Candidates must have experience working within a mix of domestic and commercial settings. The role includes conducting inspections and ensuring compliance with relevant safety regulations. The company offers a supportive work environment, continuous training, and a progression path with competitive salary packages including company vehicle and private healthcare.

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced Fire Engineer.
• Ability to work with a mix of domestic and commercial properties.
• Confident in interpreting fire safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain fire alarm and AOV systems.
• Conduct scheduled servicing and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Skills

Interpreting fire alarm and AOV drawings

Installing fire alarm and AOV systems

Repairing fire alarm and AOV systems

Completing digital job reports

Compliance with BS 7671 and BS 5839 regulations

Tools

Fire alarm control panels

Job description

Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer

Industry: Fire Protection Services

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 per annum

Location: South-East London

About the Company

Our client is an established, family‑led electrical services provider with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and technical excellence. Operating across London and the Southeast for over 20 years, they deliver high‑standard electrical and fire safety services to a wide range of clients.

With a well‑equipped head office, warehouse facilities, and a dedicated training centre in Hertfordshire, the business is committed to investing in its people, maintaining exceptional standards, and supporting long‑term career development. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking experienced professionals to join their expanding team.

The Role

Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced Fire Engineer to carry out the installation, servicing, maintenance, and upgrading of Fire Alarm and AOV systems.

This role involves working across a mix of domestic and commercial properties, predominantly within the social housing and local authority sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret fire alarm and AOV drawings and specifications
• Install, service, maintain, repair, and adapt fire alarm and AOV systems
• Complete full system installations and upgrades
• Conduct scheduled servicing, inspections, and fault finding
• Work confidently with a wide range of fire alarm control panels and equipment, including closed protocol systems
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671 and BS 5839 regulations
• Accurately complete job reports and certification via a digital job management system
• Adhere to current Health & Safety legislation and fire safety standards
• Attend and complete all company‑provided training
• Participate in performance reviews and development programmes
• Liaise effectively with office teams and supervisors to resolve queries
• Work to agreed KPIs and operational standards
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required

What's on Offer

• Company vehicle and fuel card (private mileage allowance included)
• Private healthcare contribution
• 1 in 6 call‑out rota
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with length of service
• All testing equipment and PPE provided
• Access to fully stocked warehouse facilities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear progression opportunities
• Supportive, team‑oriented working environment
• Flexible and forward‑thinking workplace culture
• Regular team events