Fire Alarm Engineer in Birmingham

Fire Alarm Engineer – Hailsham News

Our client, a leading provider of fire protection services, is recruiting a Fire Alarm Engineer to undertake fire alarm and emergency lighting programming, servicing, testing, and maintenance work in the West Midlands area.

Compensation

£40K Basic + Overtime + On Call + Company Vehicle – OTE £48K – £55K

Role

The Fire Alarm Engineer will operate as a field engineer responsible for programming, service and repair of fire alarms and emergency lighting in the West Midlands area.

Responsibilities

• Program, service and maintain fire alarm systems (both addressable and conventional)
• Service and maintain emergency lighting systems
• Work closely with the service team to communicate daily and weekly work progress updates

Candidate Requirements

You will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience servicing and maintaining both conventional and addressable fire alarm systems, preferably in the social housing sector. Applicants with FIA training/qualifications would be beneficial but not essential. Must have good knowledge of BS5839-1 fire alarm standards, excellent technical understanding of alarm protocols and software systems such as GENT, C‑Tec, Morley, Protec, Kentec, etc. Must hold a UK driving licence (max 6 points).

Hours of Work

Mon – Friday 8:30 am – 5 pm + OT

Benefits

• Compensation: £38K – £39K basic with OTE £48K – £55K
• 30 days annual leave
• Company van for personal use
• Fuel card & parking apps
• Pension
• Excellent career progression opportunities

Employment

Mid‑Senior level, Full‑time, Management and Manufacturing (Construction)