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Fire Alarm & Extinguisher Engineer

Recruitment Helpline LtdSlough, Berkshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 19 Aug 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£38k - £42k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Alarm & Extinguisher Engineer to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience.

Location: Slough, Berkshire SL1

About The Company:

Established in 1997, they are a family run business who offer transparent and reliable fire protection services where they design, supply, install and maintain all aspects of fire safety in buildings, according to the relevant British Standards and other recognised guidance documents. By maintaining various fire safety elements to the correct standard, they provide clients with peace of mind and an assurance that their premises remain compliant with regards to fire safety legislation.

Job Description:

The company are seeking skilled and detail-oriented Alarm & Fire Extinguisher Engineers to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing a variety of alarm systems across commercial and residential sites. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong technical background and a passion for fire safety systems. Engineers will work both independently and as part of a team to ensure the highest standards of safety and functionality are maintained. A comprehensive understanding of BS5839 is essential to excel in this position.

Key Duties:

Carry out planned maintenance on fire alarm systems, smoke vents, emergency lighting, aspirating systems, water leak detection, and gas suppression panels, attending sites alongside mechanical engineers where required

Complete remedial works, fault finding, small works, system upgrades, and installations

Assess system condition and compliance confidently in accordance with BS 5839-1:2025 standards

Attend emergency call-outs as required

Participate in the on-call rota (1 in 4) upon successful completion of probation

Work independently and manage workload effectively

Complete electronic documentation and service reports daily

Provide telephone-based technical support and assistance to clients

Candidate Requirements:

Right to work in the UK

Clean UK Drivers Licence

DBS to be completed

Firequal Foundation Certification

3 Years Minimum experience in fire alarm servicing

Company Benefits:

Private Medical

Overtime Opportunities

Pension

Insurance

This role offers an engaging environment for technically skilled professionals eager to develop their expertise in alarm systems while contributing to safety solutions across diverse settings

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.


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