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Senior Fire Engineer 2026-04-09 Role: Senior Fire Engineer Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 + travel, on-call & overtime (OTE £50,000 – £60,000) Overview: Our client, a well-established provider of life safety and security solutions, is seeking a Senior Cento Intelligent Resource Solution 2026-05-09

Senior Fire Engineer

St Albans / permanent / £40,000 Per annum

Darryl Veenendaal
dv@centogroup.com

40000 YEAR

£40,000 Per annum

GBP
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Role: Senior Fire Engineer
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 + travel, on-call & overtime (OTE £50,000 – £60,000)

Overview:
Our client, a well-established provider of life safety and security solutions, is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to join their growing Fire & Life Safety team. This is a hands-on, senior-level role where you’ll act as the on-site technical lead, handling complex commissioning, fault diagnosis, and supporting the development of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Commission and configure addressable and conventional fire alarm systems
  • Carry out advanced fault finding and resolve complex technical issues
  • Programme system logic, cause & effect, and networked panels
  • Produce accurate technical reports and commissioning documentation
  • Work across leading systems including Gent, Advanced, Ziton, Morley, and Kentec
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and on-the-job training
  • Ensure compliance with British Standards and internal quality processes
  • Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Deliver professional on-site support to clients and stakeholders

About You:

  • Experienced Fire Engineer operating at a senior level
  • Strong background in commissioning and fault-finding complex systems
  • Confident with system programming, diagnostics, and multiple platforms
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail
  • Proactive, accountable, and committed to high-quality delivery

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary with strong earning potential
  • Paid travel, on-call and overtime allowances
  • Structured development and progression opportunities
  • Supportive and flexible working environment
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, increasing with service
  • 9/10 day working fortnight to support work-life balance

If you’re looking to step into a senior technical role with real impact and progression, this opportunity offers the platform to grow and lead within a forward-thinking organisation.