Fire Alarm Service Engineer

Location: Manchester
Rate: £250 per day

About the Role

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Service Engineer looking for your next opportunity?

Technical Resources is partnering with a leading provider of fire detection and life safety systems to hire a Fire Alarm Service Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance and servicing of fire alarm systems across a portfolio of commercial sites throughout the Manchester area.

This is an ideal opportunity to join an established organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fire and life safety solutions across UK projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Planned Preventative Maintenance: Carry out scheduled servicing of fire alarm systems across multiple commercial sites in line with BS 5839 and client SLAs.
• Fault Diagnosis & Remedial Works: Identify and resolve faults on a range of fire alarm panels and detection equipment, ensuring systems are returned to full operational status.
• Client & Site Liaison: Communicate effectively with site managers and facilities teams, maintaining a professional presence on all customer sites.
• Technical Documentation & Reporting: Complete accurate service records, inspection reports, and defect notices in a timely manner following each site visit.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with BS 5839, relevant British Standards, and Health & Safety regulations.

Experience & Qualifications Required

Essential:

• Experience: Minimum 3 years as a Fire Alarm Service Engineer within the fire and life safety industry.
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience servicing and maintaining a range of fire alarm panels from manufacturers such as Gent, Hochiki, Advanced, Notifier, or Morley.
• Project/Operational Scope: Proven track record of managing a multi-site service workload independently, delivering works to schedule and within client requirements.
• Soft Skills: Strong fault-finding ability, excellent communication skills, and a professional, customer-focused approach.
• Mobility & Eligibility: Full UK driving licence and Right to Work in the UK at the time of application.

Desirable:

• Certifications: FIA-accredited training, CSCS card, or manufacturer-specific panel certifications (e.g. Gent, Advanced, Notifier).
• Sector Background: Prior experience working across commercial, retail, or public sector sites on multi-site service contracts.

What We Offer

• Competitive Day Rate: £250 per day
• Benefits Package: Weekly pay via umbrella or CIS, with mileage and travel expenses covered in line with company policy.
• Clear career progression within a growing global sector.

How to Apply

To apply for this Fire Alarm Service Engineer position, please submit an up-to-date CV.

Note: Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application.

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