Fire Alarm Engineer

Based in Rochester

Covering London and the South East

Basic £32,000 plus overtime



Joining an established company with an impressive client base, this role as Fire Alarm Engineer offers the option of overtime for higher earning potential

The role of Fire Alarm Engineer will include:-

* Servicing of maintenance contracts in accordance with company operating procedures
* Act as technical advisor to the client and report any issues affecting safe operation of the alarm system
* Repair and maintain fire alarm systems identifying and replacing defective parts
* Diagnose and repair faults
* Test installations in accordance with manufacturers guidelines
* Carry out small works installations
* Travel between sites to respond to emergency call outs providing solutions and carrying out any remedial works
* Report defects to client or maintenance managers - including completing work sheets via a tablet
* Other duties as required





To be considered, the ideal Fire Alarm Engineer will have:-

* At least 3 years previous experience working as a Fire Alarm Engineer within the industry and extensive knowledge of different types of fire alarm systems
* Good working knowledge of a wide range of control panels
* Good working knowledge of BS5839 (Fire Alarm Regulations) and British Standards BS5266
* Completed some or all FIA training units 1-5
* Must be able to work independently and safely

* Reliable, tenacious and adaptable
* Methodical and logical problem solving abilities
* Able to plan and prioritise work load
* Able to apply general rules to specific problems
* Excellent communicator