Fire Service Technician

Survitec; Dartford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of survival technology is seeking a Fire Service Technician in Dartford. This role involves inspecting, servicing, and repairing fire safety equipment while providing expert technical support. Candidates should have experience in servicing fire safety equipment, excellent communication skills, and a valid UK driving licence. The position offers 33 days holiday and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

33 days holiday entitlement

Additional day off for birthday

Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit

Enhanced maternity & paternity package

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Training & Professional Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience servicing fire safety equipment and breathing apparatus (marine or offshore).
• Strong skills in inspections, testing, and compliance reporting.
• A valid, full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel at short notice, including offshore work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Service & repair extinguishers, hydrants, hose reels, and fire detection systems.
• Manage testing, shutdowns, and urgent repairs.
• Provide expert technical advice and customer support.
• Travel for training, offshore service, and urgent projects.

Skills

Servicing fire safety equipment

Inspections

Testing

Compliance reporting

Communication skills

Job description

Vacancy Title : Fire Service Technician x2

Vacancy Location : Dartford Area

Engagement Type : Full-Time, Permanent

The Role

At Survitec, we are the world’s largest survival technology provider, trusted for over 166 years to protect lives at sea, in the air, and on land. With 3,000 colleagues across 96 countries, we partner with leading names in maritime, defence, energy, aerospace, and government to deliver innovative safety solutions.

We’ve recently embarked on an exciting period of growth and restructuring, strengthening our fire service operations across the UK. That’s why we’re now hiring 6 Fire Service Technicians in two key locations : Aberdeen and Dartford Area.

As a Fire Service Technician, you’ll play a vital role in protecting lives - inspecting, servicing, and repairing fire safety equipment and breathing apparatus across vessels and offshore environments.

This is a hands-on role offering variety, travel opportunities, and genuine scope for professional growth.

Key responsibilities for the Fire Service Technician role include but are not limited to :

• Carry out preventive maintenance and safety inspections


• Service & repair extinguishers, hydrants, hose reels, fire blankets, fire detection systems, and breathing apparatus


• Manage testing, shutdowns, and urgent repairs when required


• Safely transport, install, and return customer equipment


• Keep accurate compliance records and documentation


• Provide expert technical advice and customer support


• Travel for training, offshore service, and urgent projects

You will have opportunity to develop in your role and feel proud of the work you do. Working at Survitec is fast paced but incredibly rewarding.

This is not just another job; this is your career.

About You : Essential criteria

• Proven experience servicing fire safety equipment and breathing apparatus (marine or offshore)


• Strong skills in inspections, testing, and compliance reporting


• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities


• A valid, full UK driving licence


• Flexibility to travel at short notice, including offshore work

Why You Should Work for Us

• 33 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays)


• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday


• Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit


• Excellent enhanced maternity & paternity package


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Life Assurance


• Training & Professional Development


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme