Fire and Security Systems Technician

Sotuh East

Up to £34,000

About the Client:

• Our client, specialists in the Fire and Security industry, are seeking a hardworking and passionate Technician based around the South East area to join their team on a permanent basis.

The Role:

• The maintenance of electronic Digital/Analogue addressable and conventional Fire detection and alarm systems and associated equipment.
• Taking an active part in the on-call system.
• Comply with policies relating to Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Technical Compliance issues that affect the customer and employees.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the Company Safety Manual.
• Work in a cost effective and efficient manner, ensuring that all systems worked upon are operational.
• Wear company issued clothing at all times.
• Attend any training courses that the company deems necessary.
• Carry out any other reasonable task as requested by Management.

Qualities Required:

• Educated to City & Guilds or equivalent for the maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.
• FIA Module Unit 1 (FD&A system Basic Design) or equivalent.
• FIA Module Unit 5 (FD&A Maintenance) or equivalent.
• Proven ability to service and repair Fire Detection and Gas Extinguishing systems.
• Proven experience of working within a similar role or environment.
• Knowledge of relevant standards (BS5839 2017 Fire detection and alarm BS6266 Fire protection for electronic equipment installations)
• Diagnostic and fault-finding skills, with the ability to resolve by elimination and/or technical recommendations.
• Health & Safety Trained.
• Personable and approachable.
• Have good behavioural attitude.
• Smart presentable appearance.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and embrace procedures.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Proven communication and numeric skills (verbal and written)
• Flexible and adaptable.
• A team player with ability to work on own initiative.