Fire Systems Electrical Engineer

Johnson Controls; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

PPE provided

25 days holiday

Cycle-to-work

Life assurance

Pension

Job summary

Johnson Controls in the United Kingdom is seeking a Fire Systems Service Technician to install and service fire alarm and suppression systems across customer sites.

You will bring a strong electrical background, fault-finding skills, and knowledge of gaseous suppression, water mist, or fire detection technologies. FIA qualifications or equivalent certifications are preferred, and a Full UK driving licence is essential. Expect nationwide travel and long-term career development.

Qualifications

• Experience with fire alarm and/or fire suppression systems.
• Strong electrical background with fault-finding and troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of fire protection technologies such as gaseous suppression, water mist, sprinkler, or fire detection systems.
• FIA qualifications or other relevant fire industry certifications.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to travel nationwide with overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Installing fire alarm and fire suppression systems.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and routine servicing.
• Diagnosing faults and completing remedial repairs to ensure systems remain compliant and operational.
• Working on a range of fire suppression technologies, including water mist and gaseous suppression systems.
• Conducting testing and inspections of life safety systems.
• Completing accurate service reports and maintenance documentation.
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with company, customer, and industry standards.
• Providing professional technical support and building strong customer relationships.
• Collaborating with project and service teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Fire alarm systems

Fire suppression systems

Customer service skills

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Job description

Fire Systems Service Technician

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission‑critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as datacenters, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry‑leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real‑world results and help move society forward.

At Johnson Controls, we deliver innovative fire safety solutions that protect people, property, and businesses. We are looking for a Fire Systems Service Technician to join our Fire Systems team.

What You Will Do

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled electrical technician or fire systems engineer to work across a variety of fire protection systems, including fire alarms, water mist, and gaseous fire suppression systems. The role offers variety, nationwide exposure, and the opportunity to broaden your expertise across multiple fire safety disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installing fire alarm and fire suppression systems.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and routine servicing.
• Diagnosing faults and completing remedial repairs to ensure systems remain compliant and operational.
• Working on a range of fire suppression technologies, including water mist and gaseous suppression systems.
• Conducting testing and inspections of life safety systems.
• Completing accurate service reports and maintenance documentation.
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with company, customer, and industry standards.
• Providing professional technical support and building strong customer relationships.
• Collaborating with project and service teams to deliver high‑quality solutions.

What We Look For

• Experience working with fire alarm and/or fire suppression systems.
• A strong electrical background with fault-finding and troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of fire protection technologies such as gaseous suppression, water mist, sprinkler, or fire detection systems.
• FIA qualifications or other relevant fire industry certifications.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide with occasional overnight stays.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Overtime rates and door‑to‑door travel time
• Call‑out rota payment
• Engineer incentive plan
• Company vehicle, fuel card, and full PPE
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Paid sick leave
• Matched pension contributions, life assurance, and employee assistance programme
• Discounts on high street brands and Johnson Controls security products
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and employee referral scheme
• Access to business resource groups
• Extensive on‑the‑job and cross‑training opportunities with outstanding resources
• Training on Johnson Controls values, systems, and products
• All equipment required to complete your work
• Long‑term career development and progression pathways
• Supportive, collaborative team environment promoting work–life balance and wellbeing

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