Fire Alarm Engineer

Fire Alarm Engineer – South West London & South East- £40,000-£50,000

• £40,000- £50,000 (negotiable, depending on experience)
• Van, fuel card, personal use permitted
• Flexi hours available
• Career Development
• Projects across South West London, South London and the South East

Fire Alarm Engineer Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to join a technically focused team working across a diverse range of client sites throughout South West London and the South East. This is a hands-on, varied role for someone who combines strong practical engineering skills with a thorough understanding of fire safety standards, attention to detail and a commitment to getting things right first time.

The role covers the full lifecycle of fire alarm and emergency lighting systems, from initial site surveys and system design through to installation, commissioning, inspection and ongoing technical support.

Alongside your own engineering responsibilities, you will play an important role in supporting and mentoring junior engineers, sharing knowledge and helping develop technical capability within the team.

Fire Alarm Engineer Role & Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out site surveys and producing clear, detailed technical reports, including findings, recommendations and proposed remedial works.
• Designing, installing and commissioning conventional, addressable and wireless fire alarm systems.
• Designing and installing emergency lighting systems.
• Inspecting existing installations, identifying defects and recommending appropriate corrective action.
• Investigating faults, attending call-outs during normal working hours and completing repairs within your area of competence.
• Producing accurate system drawings, commissioning records, certificates and handover documentation.
• Supporting BAFE audits through the preparation and review of technical records and completed project documentation.
• Providing practical guidance, training and technical support to junior engineers.
• Liaising professionally with clients, contractors and colleagues to coordinate work and communicate technical findings.

Fire Alarm Engineer Skills & Experience Required:

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Practical experience in fire alarm system design, installation, commissioning and fault finding.
• Experience designing and installing emergency lighting systems.
• A sound working knowledge of relevant British Standards and fire safety industry requirements.
• The ability to interpret technical information and produce accurate reports and documentation.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to resolving technical issues.
• The ability to manage your own workload, work independently on site and take responsibility for the quality of your work.
• A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel regularly across London and the South East.

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