Service Engineer – Mechanical

Global Fire & Security Systems; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Training and career development

Employee social and engagement scheme

Referral scheme

Job summary

Global Fire and Security Systems is seeking a Service Engineer specializing in Ansul and fire extinguishers. This field-based role covers the North region around Manchester, Liverpool, Derby, Leicester and adjacent areas.

You will service, maintain, and commission portable extinguishers and Ansul systems, with overtime and a commission scheme on offer. We expect hands-on experience, a valid UK driving licence, and the ability to work at heights.

Qualifications

• Experience servicing portable extinguishers and Ansul systems.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and safe working practices.
• Ability to manage own diary and customer interactions.
• Willingness to undertake security Vetting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and maintenance of portable extinguishers and Ansul systems.
• Ensure planned maintenance is completed on schedule.
• Maintain Health and Safety policy compliance.
• Complete reports and paperwork promptly.
• Participate in on-call rota with colleagues.
• Keep equipment and services in safe condition per regulations.

Skills

Servicing extinguishers

Ansul fire suppression systems

Health and Safety knowledge

Customer care focus

Proactive fault anticipation

Full UK driving licence

Education

Qualifications to service extinguishers and Ansul systems per British Standards

Job description

Service Engineer - Ansul & Fire Extinguisher

Global Fire and Security Systems

Field Based - North (can be based in any region around Manchester, Liverpool, Derby, Leicester or in that radius)

Full Time - £DOE + Overtime + On Call and Call out + commission scheme https://www.globalfireandsecurity.co.uk/

Global Fire and Security Systems are an independent company established in Nottingham since 1999. We have since developed into market leaders in providing quality product solutions throughout the fire and security marketplace nationwide.We provide solutions from standards, experience and technology, that create seamless interaction within the environments of our customers, to satisfy their needs today and tomorrow.

Thanks to a combined wealth of knowledge and experience between our directors, Global have become industry experts in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire safety, fire suppression and security systems.

Due to continued growth and market development, we are now seeking to appoint Service Engineers - Ansul & Fire Extinguishers, to be field based covering various regions in the North.

If you already have experience of Ansul R102 systems, that’s great, but if not and you have the right aptitude and some of the right skills, we may be able to train you in the rest!

For example, you might have experience of servicing extinguishers, or maybe another suppression/sprinkler system. If you are from outside of the industry and may have experience in BT/Sky installations, we would see these as transferable skills or perhaps you are a chef and understand how these systems operate and how a kitchen is managed. We would be happy to consider training you on the systems that you will need.

All successful candidates will need to undertake security vetting.

Job Purpose:

• To carry out servicing and maintenance of portable extinguishers and Ansul fire suppression systems.
• To ensure all planned maintenance is carried out in line with its scheduled date.
• To ensure the company Health and Safety policy is adhered to.
• To ensure compliance with the GFS management system as it applies to this position

Key Accountabilities

• To carry out fire extinguisher and Ansul fire suppression system servicing and remedials at various sites such as restaurants and hotels.
• Providing a good level of customer service and professional manner at all times.
• Arranging your own diary and booking in appointments with clients.
• Completing paperwork and reports to be sent back in a timely manner.
• Take part in the on call rota alongside your colleagues.
• To ensure that all equipment and services are maintained and operated in a safe condition to comply with Health & Safety
• To monitor regular inspection procedures (preventative maintenance programme) of equipment. Record inspection reports
• To keep logs of inspection reports and remedial work
• To have working knowledge of statutory regulations and to ensure awareness of all safety procedures

About You

• Demonstrable experience of servicing and maintenance of portable extinguishers and Ansul fire suppression systems
• Qualifications to service fire extinguishers and Ansul fire suppression systems in accordance with British Standards.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and safe working practices
• Strong customer care focus
• Be proactive and capable of anticipating potential faults
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to work at heights of up to 3 metres and lift weights of up to 25kg
• UK Driving Licence.

What We Offer

• Supportive and professional team environment
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Employee social and engagement initiative
• Employee referral scheme
• Holiday, increasing with service plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• The chance to be part of a reputable company in the fire and security industry

Does this sound like you?

Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don’t perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

We are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across our business.