Fire Alarm Installation Engineer
London, South East / permanent / £50,000
Fire Alarm Installation Engineer
London – Essex – Kent - South East
£50,000 + Pension + Van + 20 days Holiday (increasing annually), plus birthday holiday and holiday purchase scheme.
Gain hands-on experience with advanced fire alarm systems in a role that offers continuous skill development and exposure to cutting-edge industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install fire detection and alarm systems in accordance with BS5839 guidelines.
- Maintain high standards of engineering practices and keep all company-provided equipment in top condition.
- Demonstrate excellent time management and organisational skills at work sites.
- Provide regular updates on project status to relevant stakeholders.
- Develop positive relationships with clients to support ongoing project opportunities.
- Oversee and manage tools and equipment on site to meet project requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety, security, and environmental policies, prioritising the safety of both clients and team members.
- Submit weekly progress reports to the Project Engineer and Project Manager.
Qualifications and Experience Required:
- City & Guilds 236 Part 1 & 2 in electrical installation, or equivalent.
- Solid experience in containment and cabling installations for fire systems.
- Proven track record in commercial environments.
- Holder of the 17th or 18th Edition Electrical qualification, or equivalent experience.
- Knowledgeable on key fire standards, including BS 5839 Pt 1, BS 6266 Pt 1, and BS 7273.
- FIA training completed, specifically Units 1 (Fire Detection Design) and 4 (Installation and Testing).
- Possession of CSCS / ECS / SSSTS or similar certifications.
- IPAF & PASMA certifications required.
- Full, clean UK driving licence.