Lead Installations Alarm Engineer

Compliance Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire protection systems is looking for a Senior or Lead Installations Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with fire alarm systems, ensuring top-notch service and quality workmanship. With competitive salary, career progression, and valuable benefits, this role offers a chance to grow and develop within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Company pension

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing and modifying fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of brands like Gent, Advanced, Kentec, C-Tec, and Morley.
• Familiarity with British Standards (BS5839-1).

Responsibilities

• Carrying out installation, modification, and minor commissioning of fire alarm systems.
• Liaising directly with clients to provide excellent customer service.
• Maintaining and managing stock levels, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Technical understanding of fire alarm systems

Job description

At Alpha Fire Alarms, we re looking for a talented and experienced Senior or Lead Installations Engineer to join our growing team, covering the Essex and London areas.

We may be a small company, but we re built on strength, and that strength comes from our engineers and the wider team. Your skills, knowledge, professionalism, and work ethic are what set us apart; they are our calling card to clients and the foundation of our success.

We genuinely value the contribution each team member brings. It's because of our people that we ve built a solid reputation for quality and reliability. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to recognising and rewarding the value you bring to our business, because when you succeed, we all do.

What you receive for joining us:

We offer a competitive salary between GBP40,000 and GBP45,000 per annum, depending on experience, along with a company vehicle, a fuel card, a mobile phone, tablet or laptop, a company pension, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays with your birthday off, and a personal career progression plan because we want your career to advance as we move forward.

Here s a look at some of the things you ll be doing:

• Carrying out installation, modification, and minor commissioning of fire alarm systems
• Completing system upgrades, device additions, panel swaps, and all associated cabling work to meet project specifications and ensure full functionality
• Maintaining and managing stock levels, tools, and equipment to guarantee you have everything needed for each job and minimise downtime
• Liaising directly with clients on-site to provide excellent customer service, address any concerns, and build strong professional relationships

Can you show experience in some of these areas?

• Proven experience installing and modifying fire alarm systems, with a solid understanding of the technical requirements involved
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm system brands such as Gent, Advanced, Kentec, C-Tec, and Morley
• Familiarity with British Standards (BS5839-1) and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and system designs
• Excellent communication skills, both for liaising with clients and working closely with project and service teams on site

Introducing our organisation:

Alpha Fire Alarms is a trusted provider of fire protection systems across commercial and industrial sectors. We pride ourselves on quality workmanship, strong client relationships, and supporting our team s growth through ongoing training and development. Join us and be part of a company that values your skills and work-life balance.