Fire Systems Installation Engineer | Wales and South West | Up to £37,440 basic

We are seeking an experienced Fire Systems Installation Engineer to join a growing engineering team covering Wales and the South West. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, and upgrade of fire detection and life safety systems across large commercial sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and commission fire alarm and life safety systems on commercial sites
• Work on multi-networked fire detection systems across large-scale facilities
• Install systems including Gent, Notifier, C-TEC, Advanced and air sampling systems
• Interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Ensure all installations comply with industry regulations and standards
• Carry out system testing and handover activities
• Diagnose and rectify installation faults where required
• Complete engineering paperwork and commissioning records accurately
• Liaise professionally with clients, site managers and project teams
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and workmanship at all times

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience within the fire detection industry
• Installation and commissioning experience on fire alarm systems
• Knowledge of at least some of the following: Gent, Notifier, C-TEC, Advanced and air sampling systems
• Experience working on commercial fire alarm projects
• Understanding of networked fire alarm systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to obtain and maintain high-level security clearance
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Desirable Requirements

• Gent system experience
• FIA qualifications or equivalent industry certifications
• Experience working within high-security or critical environments

Benefits & Package

• Basic salary: £34,320 - £37,440
• OTE: £42,900 - £48,100
• Company van with private use
• Manufacturer training and development opportunities
• Optional night work package available
• Paid call-out rota (1 in 15 weeks)
• Typically only 2-3 call-outs per year
• Standby payment of £180 per week on call
• Call-out payment of £20 weekdays and £40 weekends
• Overtime paid at:
  • Time and a half between 5pm and 10pm
  • Double time for weekend work

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established fire and life safety specialist delivering projects for a prestigious portfolio of large commercial customers across Wales and the South West. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance, and technical expertise, they work on complex, multi-networked fire detection systems across a range of high-profile environments.

The business invests in its engineers and can provide manufacturer training on Gent systems for candidates with relevant fire alarm experience.