Fire Extinguisher Engineer

Fire Extinguisher Engineer

Location: London
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Extinguisher Engineer to join a growing fire safety team covering London and the surrounding areas. This is a mobile role responsible for servicing, maintaining, installing and commissioning portable fire extinguishers across a wide range of commercial and industrial sites.

The successful candidate will be customer-focused, organised and committed to delivering a high standard of service while ensuring compliance with current British Standards and fire safety legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Service and maintain portable fire extinguishers in accordance with BS 5306.
• Install new fire extinguishers and associated fire safety equipment.
• Carry out site surveys and provide recommendations where required.
• Identify defective or non-compliant equipment and recommend appropriate remedial works.
• Complete service reports and certification accurately using electronic job management systems.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant British Standards and health & safety legislation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers through excellent service.
• Manage vehicle stock and ensure sufficient parts and equipment are available.
• Participate in an on-call rota where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience servicing and maintaining portable fire extinguishers.
• FIA Foundation and/or FETA qualifications (or equivalent) desirable.
• Good knowledge of BS 5306 standards.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Basic IT skills for completing electronic reports.

Desirable Experience

• Fire extinguisher installation.
• Fire risk assessment awareness.
• Emergency lighting inspection experience.
• Fire alarm knowledge.
• Experience working within commercial, industrial, education or healthcare environments.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary.

Company vehicle.

Fuel card.

Mobile phone and tablet.

Company uniform and PPE.

Ongoing training and professional development.

Opportunities for career progression.

Company pension.

Paid holiday.

Overtime available.

Ideal Candidate

You will be a motivated Fire Extinguisher Engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service. You should be comfortable working independently across multiple sites throughout London while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance and professionalism.

If you're looking to join a supportive team with opportunities for long-term career development, we'd like to hear from you.