Senior Fire Engineer – Field-Based, West London + Vehicle

Mission 4 Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Paid travel time

Mobile phone

Laptop/tablet

Pension scheme

Training and development

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Mission 4 Recruitment is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to service, commission and fault-find a range of fire alarm systems on commercial, residential and construction sites. The role is field-based with visits across the M25 and mainly West London, ensuring safety, compliance and full operability of systems.

You will configure logic, perform advanced fault finding, and produce technical reports while travelling to sites. Strong engineering knowledge and a proactive mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commissioning & fault-finding for complex fire alarm systems.
• Strong technical understanding of systems, programming, and diagnostics.
• Ability to mentor, support, and influence other engineers.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and professional communication.
• A proactive, accountable mindset with a commitment to doing the job right first time.

Responsibilities

• Commission addressable and conventional fire alarm systems in line with current standards and manufacturer requirements.
• Carry out advanced fault finding on complex systems, identifying root cause and corrective actions.
• Configure system logic, cause and effect programming, and networked panel arrangements.
• Produce accurate commissioning documentation and technical reports.

Skills

Commissioning & fault-finding

Technical systems understanding

Mentoring engineers

Organization & communication

Proactive mindset

BS7671 (optional)

Education

BS7671 qualification

Job description

Mission 4 Recruitment is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to service, commission and fault-find a range of fire alarm systems on commercial, residential and construction sites. The role is field-based with visits across the M25 and mainly West London, ensuring safety, compliance and full operability of systems.

You will configure logic, perform advanced fault finding, and produce technical reports while travelling to sites. Strong engineering knowledge and a proactive mindset are essential.