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The Fire Alarm Service Engineer is responsible for the servicing, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of fire detection and alarm systems in a range of commercial, industrial, and residential properties. This role plays a critical part in ensuring system reliability, safety compliance, and client satisfaction.

• Conduct routine servicing, maintenance, and testing of fire alarm systems to ensure they meet all required standards and regulations (e.g., BS 5839, NFPA 72).
• Perform system diagnostics, fault finding, and emergency repairs on-site.
• Modify existing fire alarm systems as required (e.g., panel upgrades, device replacement, wiring corrections).
• Respond to service calls promptly, diagnose issues, and restore system functionality efficiently.
• Provide technical support and advice to clients regarding system performance, upgrades, and compliance.
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality and documented accurately.
• Maintain and update service records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Liaise with contractors, building managers, and other engineers as necessary.
• Stay current with applicable standards, industry practices, and manufacturer training.

• Proven experience in servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems (minimum 2-3 years preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of systems such as: Notifier, Gent, Advanced, Morley, Kentec, Apollo, Hochiki, Siemens, Honeywell, or similar.
• Familiarity with emergency lighting, smoke ventilation, or other life safety systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge of BS 5839.
• Valid ECS card / CSCS card or relevant trade qualifications.
• FIA Units 1-5 or equivalent certifications.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full, clean driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple jobs per day.

• Participate in on-call rota for out-of-hours service response.
• Willingness to travel to various client sites, sometimes at short notice.
• Ability to pass background checks and security clearances for sensitive sites.

• Competitive salary and overtime pay
• Company vehicle, tools, and mobile phone
• Paid holidays and sick leave
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and certification support
• Opportunities for career progression