Fire Alarm Engineer
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Cardiff |
| Area | Cardiff, Wales |
| Sector | Fire & Security |
| Salary | £35k - 48k per year |
| Currency | gbp |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | ID:00000 |
| Job Views | 5 |
- Description
Fire Alarm Engineer
Location: M5 Corridor – Bristol / South Wales
Salary: £35,000 - £48,000 + BenefitsBenefits & Perks:
- Call-out rota & standby allowance
- Overtime paid at time and a half for hours over 40 per week
- Sick pay & mental health support
- 24/7 GP access, health checks, nutritionist programme, and fitness programme
- Bereavement support
- Childcare salary sacrifice scheme (Yellownest)
- Health Cash Back plan
- Cycle to Work & Tech scheme
- Retail discounts
- All statutory family leave entitlements
About Us
We are a well-established fire safety company and part of a national network delivering life safety solutions across the UK. With around 70 employees, we operate nationally and hold key industry accreditations: NSI Gold, BAFE, and Constructionline.
Our Core Services Include:
- Fire detection systems
- Fire extinguishers and suppression systems
- Smoke ventilation systems
- Emergency lighting
- Disabled refuge systems
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to join our growing service and installation team. You will be responsible for installing, servicing, maintaining, and fault-finding fire alarm systems across a variety of commercial and residential properties.
This role suits a proactive engineer with strong technical knowledge, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work independently across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, service, maintain, and diagnose faults on fire alarm systems
- Work with systems from manufacturers including Gent, Advanced, Kentec, and C-TEC
- Ensure all work meets British Standards and company procedures
- Complete accurate service reports and documentation
- Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and internal teams
- Participate in call-outs and overtime when required
Property Types You’ll Work On
- Care homes
- Data centres
- Distribution centres
- Education facilities
- Facilities management contracts
- Healthcare environments
- Hospitality and hotels
- Retail sites
- Social housing
Coverage Area
Work will primarily cover North Bristol, South Wales, and the M5 corridor up to Gloucester and Chippenham, with job allocation based on your location.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 40-hour working week
- 8:30am – 5:00pm
Overtime
- Paid at time and a half for hours over 40 per week
- Flexible overtime available based on workload
Experience & Skills Required
- Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer
- Strong knowledge of fire alarm systems and British Standards
- Experience in both commercial and residential environments
- Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently
- Full UK driving licence
If you're an experienced Fire Alarm Service Engineer with a passion for making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, simply submit your CV or call Courtney Gilgunn for more information.
