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Fire Alarm Engineer – Installation & Maintenance

Location: London sites – Head office West London

Employment Type: Full-time

Sector: Fire & Security

We are recruiting on behalf of a growing building services and maintenance contractor seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to join their Fire & Security division. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to take on a varied and rewarding role with strong progression opportunities.

This role involves the installation, modification, and maintenance of a wide range of fire alarm systems in both commercial and residential settings. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team and is expected to work proactively, flexibly, and in line with industry and company standards.

• Installation and modification of fire detection systems.
• Servicing and maintenance of fire alarms and AOV systems in accordance with BS5839-1 and BS7346-8.
• Working with both addressable and conventional systems, including Apollo, Advanced, Kentec, Morley, Gent, EMS.
• Programming systems and managing cause and effect strategies.
• Supporting junior engineers and assisting in the office as needed.
• Attending internal meetings including H&S and team reviews.

• Proven experience with installation and servicing of fire alarm systems.
• In-depth knowledge of BS5839-1 and AOV systems.
• FIA Units 1 to 6.
• ECS Card (valid and up to date).
• Minimum of Level 6 qualification (e.g., Bachelor’s, Master’s, or HND).
• Knowledge of current fire safety legislation and best practices.
• Experience with programming and understanding cause and effect logic.

• Strong practical understanding of fire alarms and their integration with associated security systems.
• Proficient in reading specifications, drawings, and tender documentation.
• Confident using IT systems including spreadsheets, word processing, and programming tools.
• Capable of planning and organising works to meet deadlines and milestones.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Strong presentation and reporting skills.

• Willingness to travel to multiple sites.
• Flexibility to work out of hours when required (pre-agreed).
• Commitment to ongoing learning and contributing to team development.

To apply, please submit an updated CV via CV Library or enquire directly via telephone/email.

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