Fire Alarm Engineer

Fire Alarm Engineer – £35k–£40k | Company Vehicle | Double Time Overtime

Location of Works: Manchester & Surrounding Areas

Salary Bracket: £35,000 – £40,000 Basic Salary

On-Target Earnings (OTE): £40,000+ with Overtime & Call-Out Allowances

Industry: Fire & Security

Recruitment Partner

4way Recruitment Ltd – Specialists in finding the right talent across the full spectrum of Fire, Security, Mechanical & Electrical.

Our customer is a leading name within the fire safety industry, recognised for its commitment to quality, safety and innovation.

Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to join their expanding engineering team. The company specialises in the installation, maintenance and commissioning of fire alarm systems, working with a diverse range of clients across the North West.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer looking to join a stable and growing business, with strong earning potential, ongoing training and genuine opportunities for career development.

• £35,000 – £40,000 basic salary
• Overtime paid at double time
• Travel time paid after 15 miles
• Company vehicle provided
• 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Additional allowances for out-of-hours call-outs
• 1 in 5 on-call standby rota

• Install, maintain and commission fire alarm systems including Advanced, C-Tec, Protec and Gent.
• Carry out emergency lighting maintenance and installation.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with BS5839-1, BS5839-6 and BS5266 standards.
• Participate in the on-call standby rota, currently 1 week in 5.
• Provide effective fault-finding, problem-solving and decision-making while working in the field.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship with strong attention to detail.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company and industry standards.

• Minimum 3 years'' experience in fire alarm maintenance, installation and commissioning.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good working knowledge of BS5839-1, BS5839-6 and BS5266.
• FIA qualifications, including FIA Units or Foundation route.
• Electrical Level 3 technical and vocational qualification.
• BAFE Fire Extinguisher Technician Diploma would be preferred.
• Ability to pass a DBS check.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making and communication abilities.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Good attendance record.

• Join a reputable and growing company within the fire safety industry.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and development.
• Competitive earning potential through overtime and additional allowances.
• Supportive team culture and professional working environment.
• Stable business with a strong and diverse client base.
• Ongoing training to support your technical development.

If you are an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer, Fire & Security Engineer or Fire Systems Engineer based in or around Manchester, we would be keen to hear from you.

Successful applicants who meet the required criteria will be contacted by a member of the 4way Recruitment team to discuss the opportunity further.

4way Recruitment – UK Specialists in Fire & Security Recruitment since 2015.

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