Fire Alarm Service Engineer
Core
On-site servicing, preventative maintenance, fault-finding, and remedial works for site-wide fire detection, gas suppression, and passive/mechanical fire protection systems.
Role type
Fire Alarm Service Engineer
Builds
Maintains operational integrity of fire safety systems for major facilities
Domain
Fire safety engineering / Critical infrastructure
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Fire detection and alarm system maintenance, Gas suppression system knowledge (Argonite, CO₂, Inergen, Novec), Mechanical fire suppression equipment handling, Integrity testing, Technical knowledge of fire legislation and standards, IT literacy, Independent work capability
Preferred skills
Coaching and developing others, Experience on high-hazard or critical-infrastructure sites
Technologies
Conventional & addressable fire detection systems, Networked systems with graphical interfaces, Service software (iPad)
Responsibilities
Service, maintain, and fault-find fire detection and alarm systems; Carry out integrity testing; Complete service documentation using service software; Liaise with clients for permits to work and compliance; Support occasional mechanical and passive fire protection tasks; Participate in on-call rota; Identify and report health and safety concerns; Coach and support apprentices and new starters
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC