Senior Fire Alarm Engineer

Octagon Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Senior Fire Alarm Engineer to handle the installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fire alarm systems, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently. This role offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, and comprehensive training opportunities. Join a forward-thinking team that values professional development.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Fuel card

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in fire alarm and AOV system servicing is required.
• Strong technical ability to work independently is essential.
• Competent in cause & effect programming on advanced systems.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, install, and commission fire alarm systems.
• Lead troubleshooting on fire alarm systems.
• Program and test cause & effect sequences.

Skills

Fire alarm servicing

Fault diagnosis

Installation

Commissioning

Client-facing skills

Education

FIA or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Senior Fire Alarm Engineer - Recruiting for a Leading Fire Safety Provider

📍 Essex, East & North London, some South London & further afield

🚗 Company Vehicle + Fuel Card | Competitive Salary | Career Progression

I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established fire safety solutions company specialising in fire alarm, AOV, and damper systems. They are looking for a skilled Senior Fire Alarm Engineer to join their team, working on installation, commissioning, servicing, and maintenance across a wide range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, install, and commission fire alarm systems from small to large scale
• Lead complex fault finding and troubleshooting on fire alarm systems
• Program and test cause & effect sequences on advanced panels
• Work with relay wiring and system inputs for integration
• Deliver excellent customer service and professional communication on site

Ideal Candidate

• Extensive experience in fire alarm and AOV system servicing, fault diagnosis, installation, and commissioning
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to work independently
• Competent in cause & effect programming on advanced fire alarm systems
• Excellent interpersonal and client-facing skills

Essential & Desirable Qualifications

• UK Driving Licence (essential)
• FIA or equivalent qualifications (desirable)
• Solid understanding of current British Standards for fire alarm systems

What's on Offer

• Company vehicle, fuel card, phone, laptop, and specialist tools supplied
• Travel time paid (less 30 minutes each way)
• Competitive salary and overtime rates (time and a half/double time)
• 28 days holiday (increasing with service) plus pension scheme access
• Flexible working and call-out rota opportunities
• Comprehensive training and continuous professional development
• Out-of-hours technical support

If you are an experienced Senior Fire Alarm Engineer ready to join a forward-thinking and supportive team, please get in touch