Lead Installations Alarm Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Fire Alarms is seeking a Senior or Lead Installations Engineer for the Essex and London areas. This role involves installation and modification of fire alarm systems, ensuring effective communication with clients, and maintaining high service standards. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive benefits and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

Mobile phone, tablet or laptop

Company pension

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Personal career progression plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing and modifying fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm system brands such as Gent, Advanced, and Morley.
• Familiarity with British Standards (BS5839-1) and ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out installation, modification, and commissioning of fire alarm systems.
• Completing system upgrades and ensuring full functionality.
• Liaising directly with clients and providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Installation of fire alarm systems

Technical understanding of fire alarm systems

Communication skills

Job description

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:

• Competitive salary between £40,000 and £45,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Mobile phone, tablet or laptop
• Company pension
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with your birthday off
• Personal career progression plan

Responsibilities include:

• 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 readiness and minimize downtime
• Liaising directly with clients on-site to provide excellent customer service, address concerns, and build strong professional relationships

Candidate requirements:

• Proven experience installing and modifying fire alarm systems, with a solid understanding of technical requirements
• 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 for liaising with clients and working 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.