Fire & Life Safety Service Engineer in Durham, County Durham

Fire & Life Safety Service Engineer – North East – £33k-£39k

Package – Fire & Life Safety Service Engineer

• £33,000–£39,000 basic + sales commission
• Monthly bonus and guaranteed overtime available
• Choice of company van or VW ID.7 (plus fuel card)
• Private healthcare and company pension
• North East patch
• On-call rota: 1 in 6

Company Overview – Fire & Life Safety Service Engineer

Following new contract wins, this well-established business is looking for a Fire Alarm Service Engineer to join its growing North East team on a permanent, full-time basis.

The company provides specialist fire alarm servicing across varied sectors, including commercial, education and healthcare. Its project portfolio includes airports, universities and large scale power networks.

Continued new contract wins are driving continued growth and expansion across the team.

About the role – Fire & Life Safety Service Engineer

You’ll join the service team, reporting to the Service Supervisor. This position suits an engineer with hands on fire alarm experience who is confident working independently, with support available when needed.

Experience across a range of manufacturers is desirable. Notifier knowledge would be an advantage but isn’t essential.

Responsibilities – Fire & Life Safety Service Engineer

• Service, maintain and commission conventional and addressable fire alarm systems across commercial, education, healthcare and industrial sites.
• Diagnose and resolve faults, carry out repairs, replace panels and complete minor system modifications.
• Test systems in accordance with BS 5839 and company procedures, taking responsibility for the quality of work delivered on-site.
• Complete accurate service reports, identify remedial works and communicate clearly with clients and the administration team.
• Manage your daily workload independently, working alongside the Service Supervisor and other engineers when required.
• Identify opportunities for additional service work and earn commission on qualifying sales.
• Cover customer sites across the North East, with occasional travel outside the region.

Skills and Requirements – Fire & Life Safety Service Engineer

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the North East.
• Experience servicing, maintaining and fault-finding on fire alarm systems, with a good understanding of electrical principles and wiring.
• Working knowledge of BS 5839 and the ability to read technical drawings and system documentation.
• FIA, FireQual, manufacturer or equivalent training is desirable.
• Experience across different manufacturers is welcomed. Notifier knowledge is advantageous, with training available.
• Confident working independently, organising your workload and communicating professionally with customers.
• DBS check required.

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