Technical Lead (Active Fire)

Progroup Recruitment Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety firm in Liverpool is seeking a skilled fire engineer for a pivotal role in technical design and compliance of fire detection and alarm systems. You will conduct site surveys, produce technical documentation, and act as a trusted technical authority while mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience and a formal qualification in BS 5839-1. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Paid day off for birthday

Training and qualification funding

Company pension (3% employer / 5% employee)

BUPA mental health support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fire detection and alarm industry.
• Strong knowledge of BS 5839-1:2017 and 2023 amendments.
• Proven experience integrating fire systems with other security systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys and design compliant fire detection systems.
• Produce technical documentation, drawings, and schematics.
• Lead client meetings and provide expert advice.

Skills

Fire Detection & Alarm System Design

Client liaison

Technical documentation

Site safety qualifications

Education

Formal qualification in BS 5839-1 or equivalent

Tools

Technical design software

Job description

Pro-Group Recruitment are working with a well-established, highly reputable Fire Safety business who pride themselves on providing a high-end, quality service to their client, from design and installation to compliance and client care.

Our client is very focussed on company culture, placing their employees at the heart of their business. Investing in their people and ensuring everyone gets the support and progression they are looking for is a key part of how they operate.

The Opportunity

Within this position you'll play a key role in the technical design, survey, and specification of fire detection and alarm systems, ensuring compliance with BS 5839-1 and delivering safe, reliable, and high-performing solutions.

You’ll act as a trusted technical authority, supporting clients and project teams from concept to completion, while mentoring junior engineers and promoting technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys and design fully compliant fire detection and alarm systems.
• Produce accurate technical documentation, drawings, schematics, and cause & effect matrices.
• Integrate systems with door entry, access control, PAVA, and BMS systems.
• Lead client meetings, design reviews, and provide expert advice.
• Review designs for compliance and support installation and commissioning teams.
• Contribute to training and the continuous improvement of design standards.

Essential Requirements

• Formal qualification in BS 5839-1 Fire Detection & Alarm System Design (FIA or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the fire detection and alarm industry (surveying, design, or commissioning).
• Strong working knowledge of BS 5839-1:2017 and 2023 amendments.
• Proven experience integrating fire systems with door entry, access control, and security systems.
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings and design documentation.
• Confident liaising with clients and leading technical discussions.
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• ECS / CSCS Card, SMSTS, or other site safety qualifications.

Desirable Requirements

• FIA Advanced Design, Maintenance, or Commissioning certification.
• Experience as a Senior Engineer, Project Manager, or Operations Lead.
• Health & Safety qualifications.
• First Aid certification.

What you will get

• Competitive salary
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (plus Christmas shutdown)
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Holidays increase with service & option to purchase more
• Training and qualification funding
• Career progression & development opportunities
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• BUPA mental health support
• Company pension (3% employer / 5% employee)
• Business mileage & hotel/subsistence covered
• Company events & free on-site parking

If you're a skilled active fire engineer, ready to take the next step in your career and join a growing, successful business, we'd love to hear from you