Fire Alarm Engineer

Fire Systems Installation and Commissioning Engineer

Location: B CV WV DY Postcodes
Salary: £42,000 basic plus overtime, door-to-door travel expenses, company vehicle and benefits

A well-established national fire protection specialist is looking for an experienced Fire Systems Installation and Commissioning Engineer to join its engineering team.

The company provides turnkey fire detection, alarm and suppression solutions for commercial, industrial and residential clients across the UK. This position offers varied project work, long-term career development and the opportunity to work with a range of leading fire-system technologies.

The role

You will be responsible for installing, testing and commissioning fire alarm, detection, emergency lighting and associated fire protection systems. You will also provide technical support, complete system handovers and ensure work meets current standards and client requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

Installing fire alarm, detection and emergency lighting systems

Testing, commissioning and fault-finding

Reading technical drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams

Completing commissioning certificates, test records and reports

Diagnosing and resolving technical issues on site

Liaising with clients, site managers and subcontractors

Supporting projects through to successful completion

Providing customers with system operation guidance

Maintaining high health and safety standards

Requirements

You should have:

Experience installing and commissioning fire alarm systems

Knowledge of BS 5839, BS 5266 and relevant fire-safety regulations

Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

Experience working with different fire alarm panels

A sound understanding of electrical systems and site installation

Good communication and customer-service skills

A full UK driving licence

An ECS or CSCS card, FIA training and experience with integrated fire and life-safety systems would be advantageous.

Package

£42,000 basic salary

Paid overtime

Door-to-door travel expenses

Company vehicle

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Holiday buy-and-sell scheme

Company pension

PPE and tools provided

Training and career progression

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established national fire protection business offering secure employment, varied projects and genuine career development.

Apply through CV-Library or contact Giles Churchill at Amida for a confidential discussion

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