Fire Alarm Service Engineer
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 5245 (94% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and rge services is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Fire Alarm Service Engineer
Location: South London & Surrounding Areas
Salary: £38,000£40,000 per annum + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Training
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Service Engineer to join our growing team, covering South London and the surrounding areas.
This role involves servicing, maintenance, fault finding, compliance inspections and small remedial works on a wide range of commercial and residential fire alarm systems. Experience with AOV and smoke control systems would be a distinct advantage.
If you have a strong technical background, excellent diagnostic skills and are looking to join a company that values training, progression and quality workmanship, we'd like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Service, inspect and maintain fire alarm systems in accordance with BS 5839.
- Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
- Complete small works, remedial works and system modifications.
- Replace, commission and test conventional, addressable and wireless fire alarm devices.
- Upload, download and configure fire alarm control panels.
- Carry out fire alarm condition surveys and identify opportunities for system improvements or upgrades.
- Test and verify Cause & Effect (C&E) programming.
- Complete maintenance reports, compliance documentation and service records accurately.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with current industry standards and company procedures.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years' experience servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems.
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Experience working on commercial fire alarm systems.
- Good working knowledge of BS 5839.
Fire Alarm Systems Experience
Experience working with one or more of the following manufacturers is essential:
- Advanced
- Morley
- Kentec
- EDA
- Haes
- C-TEC
Experience with open protocol fire alarm systems is highly desirable.
Wireless Fire Alarm Experience
Experience with any of the following wireless systems would be advantageous:
- Hyfire
- EMS
- Zerio
AOV & Smoke Control (Desirable)
Knowledge or experience of AOV and smoke control systems is desirable, including:
- Teal
- Actulux
- WindowMaster
- SE Controls
- Easi-Vent
Applicants with experience of AOV operation, Cause & Effect programming, compliance testing and fault diagnosis will be at an advantage.
Desirable Qualifications
- FIA qualifications.
- Manufacturer training certifications.
- Experience with Emergency Lighting systems.
- Experience servicing Fire Extinguishers.
- Experience with Disabled Refuge Systems.
Salary & Benefits
- £38,000£40,000 basic salary.
- Company vehicle and fuel card.
- Company pension scheme.
- Paid overtime opportunities.
- Ongoing manufacturer and FIA training.
- Excellent career progression opportunities.
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 5245 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~8k in sampleSimilar sponsored roles
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. rge services holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5245 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.