Fire Systems Technician | Up to £40,000 basic | West Midlands

We are seeking an experienced Fire Systems Technician to support the maintenance, commissioning, and fault finding of fire alarm, gas suppression, and emergency lighting systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on fire alarm, gas suppression, and emergency lighting systems
• Complete small works installations, upgrades, and commissioning tasks
• Diagnose system faults and carry out effective repairs
• Ensure all work complies with relevant British Standards and industry regulations
• Complete accurate electronic documentation for all works undertaken
• Participate in an on-call rota of 1 weekend in 9
• Manage workloads across multiple client sites to meet deadlines
• Maintain strong professional relationships with clients
• Deliver high standards of workmanship and customer service

Key Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience within fire systems and gas suppression systems

• Strong understanding of compliance and industry standards
• Knowledge of BAFE requirements and BS5839
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently across multiple locations
• Demonstrable track record within a similar role

Desirable Requirements

• RIT trained or willingness to undertake training
• Experience in fire alarm commissioning

Benefits and Package

• Basic salary up to £40,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company vehicle
• Door-to-door travel paid
• Overtime and travel expenses
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Ongoing manufacturer and industry training
• Clear progression opportunities within a specialist contractor
• Long-term, stable employment

Location and Work Pattern

• West Midlands based
• Field-based role with regional travel
• On-call rota of 1 weekend in 9

A well-established fire protection specialist with over 50 years of experience delivering end-to-end fire detection, suppression, and safety solutions across the UK. The business works with leading manufacturers and supports a diverse client base across industrial, commercial, and public sector environments.