Fire Systems Testing Engineer

Hatched Talent Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is seeking a Fire Systems Testing Engineer in Bristol. This site-based role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 - £35,000, with no travel requirements. You'll be responsible for ensuring compliance and safety through fire alarm system testing and maintenance. Ideal candidates have relevant qualifications and experience in fire systems. Opportunities for career development and ongoing training are also available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent, full-time employment

Site-based stability - no travel required

Opportunities for career development

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Minimum two-day course covering BS 5839:1 and BS 5839:6.
• Ability to interpret BS 5839 standards effectively.
• Experience testing and fault finding on fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete weekly fire alarm system testing across the estate.
• Provide detailed reports of testing, highlighting faults.
• Ensure compliance with BS 5839 regulations.
• Record maintenance activities accurately using digital systems.
• Coordinate efficient responses to issues with the control hub.
• Maintain excellent health and safety practices.
• Represent the business professionally in client interactions.

Skills

Electrical or fire systems qualification

Strong understanding of BS 5839 standards

Experience in electrical installation

Electrical qualification (C&G 2391)

IOSH Working Safely or valid CSCS Card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Fire Systems Testing Engineer

£32,000 - £35,000 Bristol Permanent 40 Hours per Week

Hatched Talent is proud to be representing a leading facilities management provider in their search for a Fire Systems Testing Engineer based in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking a stable, site-based role with no travel requirements. You'll play a key part in ensuring building safety and compliance through regular testing, maintenance, and documentation of fire alarm systems across the contract estate.

Role Overview

Working as part of the Mobile Engineering Team, you'll take ownership of weekly fire alarm testing and associated reporting. Your work will directly support the compliance, safety, and operational efficiency of a large, high‑profile site.

Hours: 4:00pm - 12:00am, Monday to Friday (approximately 7.5 hours per shift).

Key Responsibilities

• Complete weekly fire alarm system testing across the estate in line with agreed schedules and standards.




• Provide detailed reports of testing outcomes, highlighting any faults or issues promptly.




• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and contract specifications, particularly BS 5839:1 and BS 5839:6.




• Record all maintenance and safety activities accurately using digital systems (PDAs or similar).




• Work closely with the control hub and wider team to coordinate efficient responses to issues.




• Maintain excellent health and safety practices, including completing risk assessments for all tasks.




• Represent the business professionally in all client interactions.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Electrical or fire systems qualification (minimum two‑day course covering BS 5839:1 and BS 5839:6).




• Strong understanding of BS 5839 standards and ability to interpret them effectively.




• Experience in electrical installation, inspection, testing, and fault finding on fire alarm systems.




• Electrical qualification (C&G 2391).




• IOSH Working Safely or valid CSCS Card.




• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• IT skills, particularly in the use of PDAs or digital reporting tools.




• Asbestos awareness training (UKATA).

Why Join

• Competitive salary: £32,000 - £35,000




• Permanent, full‑time employment




• Site‑based stability - no travel required




• Work with a respected facilities management team on a high‑profile contract




• Opportunities for career development and ongoing training