Senior Fire Alarm Engineer - £55K – Within the M25

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Time

Optional Call Out Rota

28 Days Holiday inc Bank

Company Van

Fuel Card and Private Use

Overtime Available

Mobile Phone

Laptop

Uniform

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Senior Fire Alarm Engineer for a permanent role covering Greater London and the M25 corridor. You will lead second-fix installation, termination, testing and full commissioning of fire alarm systems on commercial and residential sites, ensuring BS 5839-1 compliance.

The role includes device programming, circuit testing, fault diagnosis and documentation; travel time and a company van with private use are included.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of fire alarm systems.
• Experience commissioning fire alarm systems on commercial and residential sites.
• Familiarity with BS 5839-1 standards and testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out second-fix installation, termination, testing and full commissioning of fire alarm systems across commercial and residential sites.
• Program devices, test circuits and ensure systems are installed and commissioned in line with BS 5839-1 standards.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults, ensuring all works are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Complete relevant certification and commissioning documentation accurately upon completion of works.

Skills

Commissioning experience

BS 5839-1 knowledge

Technical knowledge

Education

Industry qualifications

Job description

RGB seeks a Senior Fire Alarm Engineer for a permanent post covering Greater London and the M25 corridor.

The role commands a salary between £48,000 and £55,000, supplemented by travel time, optional call-out rota, 28 days’ holiday, and a company van with private use.

This position involves second-fix installation, termination, testing, and full commissioning of fire alarm systems across commercial and residential sites. You will program devices, test circuits, and ensure compliance with BS 5839-1. Fault diagnosis and resolution form core duties. The employer, an NSI Gold accredited security firm, provides a laptop, mobile phone, and uniform. Overtime is available. Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge and prior commissioning experience within this sector.

Senior Fire Alarm Engineer - £55,000 – Within the M25 I am currently representing a well-established NSI Gold Accredited security company, due to sheer growth they are now looking for a Senior Fire Alarm Engineer to join their growing team.

Salary Package:

• £48,000
• £55,000
• Travel Time
• Optional Call Out Rota
• 28 Days Holiday inc Bank
• Company Van, Fuel Card and Private Use
• Overtime Available
• Mobile Phone, Laptop and Uniform

Area Of Cover:

• Within the M25

Duties:

• Carry out second fix, termination, testing and full commissioning of fire alarm systems across commercial and residential sites.
• Program devices, test circuits and ensure systems are installed and commissioned in line with BS 5839-1 standards.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults, ensuring all works are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Complete relevant certification and commissioning documentation accurately upon completion of works.
• Liaise professionally with clients, site teams and internal departments, providing technical guidance where required.

Requirements:

• Driving License
• Industry Relevant Qualifications