Fire Alarm Engineer

Job Role: Fire Alarm Engineer

• £19.00 per hour (£37,050 per annum)
• On-Call payment of £1950 per annum 1/5
• Pension
• 31 days holiday (including statutory days)
• Use of company vehicle for private use
• Private Healthcare
• Group Life Assurance

Overtime after 37.5 Hours paid at time and a half.

Multitask Personnel are looking for a Fire Alarm Engineer to join a the Facilities Management division with a leading building services contractor.

About the Role

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Technician ready to take the next step in your career?
We’re looking for a proactive, skilled professional to install, commission, test, and maintain fire detection and alarm systems across a range of sites. If you take pride in quality workmanship, thrive on solving problems, and value professional growth, this is the opportunity for you!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Install, commission, test, and maintain fire detection and alarm systems to BS 5839 standards.
• Diagnose and repair system faults quickly and efficiently.
• Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and compliance checks.
• Complete accurate service reports, certificates, and electronic logs.
• Provide technical support and guidance to clients on compliance and system operation.
• Respond to reactive call-outs and participate in the on-call rota.
• Prepare quotes for installation and repair works, detailing materials and labour.
• Ensure company vehicles are stocked, tools maintained, and health & safety protocols followed.
• Build strong relationships through professional communication and top-tier service.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Technician/Engineer.
• BS 5839-1 Level 3 qualification (minimum).
• FIA, BAFE, or equivalent industry-recognised certifications.
• Strong working knowledge of systems from Advanced, Kentec, Gent, Hochiki, Apollo, etc.
• Good understanding of UK fire safety regulations and British Standards.
• Competent in the use of test equipment and interpreting wiring diagrams.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Self-motivated, customer-focused, and able to work independently.

Desirable

• ECS/CSCS card.
• Experience with emergency lighting and other life safety systems.
• CAFM system knowledge.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided.

Please apply direct or contact Ell on 075903 57953 for further details.