Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer

HD Tech Recruitment; Stafford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national provider of fire safety services is seeking a Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer in Stafford. Join a dynamic team responsible for servicing and maintaining life safety systems, ensuring tenant safety across multiple sites. Enjoy competitive pay, a company van, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Mobile phone and tablet

22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Ongoing training

Mental health support

Pension and life cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience with fire alarm systems.
• Strong understanding of British Standards.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain fire alarm systems and emergency lighting.
• Complete detailed service reports.
• Identify system deficiencies and recommend improvements.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

IT Skills

Education

FIA qualifications (or equivalent)

Job description

Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer - Stafford

Location: Stafford | Type: Permanent

Salary: £28,295 - £45,5000+ Overtime + Travel Time + On-Call Retainers

Joining Bonus: £1,000 Golden Handshake*

Realistic OTE: Up to £55,000+ per annum

We're working in partnership with a leading national provider of fire safety and electrical services who are looking to expand their team with a talented and motivated Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer based in the Stafford area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to join a growing business with a strong presence in the social housing sector, where no two days are the same. You'll be provided with all the tools and support you need-including a company van, fuel card, uniform, full test equipment, mobile, and laptop-to succeed in a highly rewarding role.

The Role:

As a Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer, your core responsibility will be the PPM servicing and reactive maintenance of life safety systems, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, and more. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality service and maintaining compliance to ensure tenant safety across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and install fire alarm systems (BS5839-1), emergency lighting, access control, and nurse call systems
• Complete and submit detailed service reports
• Identify system deficiencies and recommend improvements
• Maintain and inspect associated safety equipment (fire extinguishers, AOVs, etc.)
• Manage van stock efficiently and liaise with internal departments for restocking
• Ensure a safety-first approach to all works
• Aim for a first-time fix where possible

About You:

We're looking for engineers with a passion for safety and a strong eye for detail. Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience working on both analogue addressable and conventional fire alarm systems
• FIA qualifications (or equivalent) - BS5839-1
• A solid understanding of British Standards (particularly BS5839 parts 1 & 6)
• Strong IT skills for digital reporting and communication
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• Flexibility to participate in an on-call rota and work overtime

What's in It for You?

• Overtime, travel time, and out-of-hours pay (engineers regularly earn £50k+)
• £1,000 joining bonus*
• Company van and fuel card
• Mobile phone, tablet, test equipment & power tools
• 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (30 days total)
• Ongoing training and genuine progression opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Employee assistance programme, discount scheme, pension & life cover