Fire Suppression Engineer

Caledonian Recruitment Group Ltd; Mersham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A fire protection company in England is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fire Suppression Engineer to join their expanding team. This permanent, site-based role involves installing and maintaining fire suppression systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and delivering high-quality service to clients. Strong problem-solving skills and a valid CSCS/ECS card are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with mechanical fire suppression systems.
• Strong understanding of relevant fire protection standards and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission mechanical fire suppression systems.
• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in the on-call rota.
• Work closely with clients and site teams.
• Prepare reports and documentation following visits.

Skills

Experience with mechanical fire suppression systems

Strong understanding of fire protection standards

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

CSCS/ECS card

UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced mechanical engineer with a strong background in fire suppression systems? We are partnering with a well-established fire protection company that is expanding its team and seeking a Mechanical Fire Suppression Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. This role is site-based on a power station.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission mechanical fire suppression systems in line with relevant standards
• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance and inspections
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and industry best practice
• Participate in the on-call rota (1 week on/off), site-only
• Work closely with clients and site teams to deliver high-quality service
• Prepare reports and documentation following visits

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience working with mechanical fire suppression systems
• Strong understanding of relevant fire protection standards and regulations
• CSCS/ECS card and full UK driving licence
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills