Role
: Fire Alarm Engineer
Location:
London
Salary:
£41,000 per annum
Are you a Fire Alarm Engineer looking for a mobile role across multiple sites? As a Mobile Fire Alarm Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, testing, fault-finding, and repair of fire alarm systems across several environments, ensuring compliance with BS5839 and HTM 05-03 standards. You will be working for a specialist facilities and compliance provider delivering essential life safety services.
Responsibilities :
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on fire alarm systems and associated equipment across multiple sites
- Assist with weekly fire alarm testing at the Rutherford site
- Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests, diagnosing and resolving faults efficiently
- Conduct routine inspections and statutory system checks in line with site safety protocols
- Provide technical support and system knowledge to estates teams and contractors
- Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities and compliance documentation
- Support upgrade projects, system modifications, and small works when required
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation and industry best practice
Experience and Certifications Required:
- Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer, ideally within large or complex sites such as hospitals, universities or commercial estates
- Experience working on a wide range of fire alarm systems, including Advanced Electronics and Kentec (Gent advantageous – training provided)
- FIA Level 3 (or equivalent) in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, advantageous (training available)
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
- Sound knowledge of BS5839 and relevant fire safety standards
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience within healthcare or other critical environments is desirable
- Additional manufacturer training or multi-system experience is beneficial
Please apply with an up-to-date CV for more information.
We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK
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