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Fire Alarm Service Engineer

RGE Services LtdNorth West London, London🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 3 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and excellent training opportunities for a skilled Fire Alarm Service Engineer looking to advance their career in a well-established company. You'll thrive here if you possess strong fault-finding abilities and a commitment to ensuring client safety and system compliance. Apply now to join a growing team and make a real impact in the fire and life safety sector.

Quick Overview

Salary
£38k - £40k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
North West London, London, United Kingdom
Posted
1 week ago

Job Description

Fire Alarm Service Engineer

Location: Camden, North London
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum + Company Vehicle + Overtime + Training
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Service Engineer to join a growing and well-established fire and life safety business covering London and the surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for an engineer with strong fault-finding abilities, experience servicing a variety of fire alarm systems, and knowledge of AOV/smoke control systems. You'll be responsible for maintenance, small works, compliance inspections, and supporting clients with technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Service, maintain and fault-find on fire alarm systems.
  • Carry out small works and system modifications.
  • Replace and commission conventional, addressable and wireless devices.
  • Download, upload and configure fire alarm panels.
  • Conduct fire alarm surveys and identify upgrade opportunities.
  • Complete maintenance reports and compliance documentation.
  • Test and verify Cause & Effect (C&E) programming.
  • Ensure all work complies with BS5839 and industry standards.

Essential Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years' experience as a Fire Alarm Service Engineer.
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Experience servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems within commercial environments.

Fire Alarm Panel Experience

Knowledge of the following systems is required:

  • EDA
  • Kentec
  • C-TEC
  • Haes
  • Advanced
  • Morley

Experience with additional manufacturers is advantageous.

Wireless Fire Systems

Experience with:

  • Hyfire
  • EMS
  • Zerio

Additional wireless system experience is beneficial.

AOV & Smoke Control Systems

Knowledge of:

  • Teal
  • Actulux
  • WindowMaster
  • SE Controls
  • Easi-Vent

Applicants should understand:

  • AOV system operation
  • Smoke control principles
  • Cause & Effect (C&E) requirements
  • Compliance testing and fault diagnosis

Standards & Compliance

  • Good understanding of BS5839.
  • Ability to survey existing systems and recommend upgrade works.
  • Understanding of fire alarm compliance requirements.

Desirable

  • FIA qualifications.
  • Manufacturer training certifications.
  • Additional fire and life safety system training.

What's On Offer

  • £38,000 - £40,000 basic salary
  • Company vehicle plus fuel card
  • Company pension
  • Career progression opportunities
  • 23 days' holiday plus bank holidays

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