Senior FFE Service Technician

Position: Senior FFE Service Technician
Job ID: (phone number removed)
Location:  Southampton / Nationwide & International Travel
Rate/Salary: £36,500 – £39,000 Basic + Overtime & Allowances (OTE up to £55,000 – £60,000)
Benefits: Company Vehicle, Overtime, Travel Expenses, Training & Certification Support, Pension Scheme
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Fire & Security, Power & Propulsion & Shipbuilding Sectors – We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Senior FFE Service Technician.

Typically, this person will be an experienced marine fire-fighting and fire suppression technician with a strong background in the inspection, testing, servicing, maintenance, commissioning and repair of marine fire-fighting equipment and fixed fire suppression systems. The successful candidate will be required to work onboard commercial vessels, offshore installations, marine facilities and shipyards, ensuring all work is completed to relevant manufacturer, SOLAS, IMO and classification society requirements.

Duties and responsibilities of the Senior FFE Service Technician will be:

• Service, inspect, test, commission and repair marine fixed fire suppression systems.
• Work on CO₂, FM-200, Novec 1230, water mist, foam, wet and dry chemical and galley suppression systems.
• Carry out annual, intermediate and periodic inspections in accordance with SOLAS, IMO, classification society and manufacturer requirements.
• Conduct cylinder weighing, pressure testing, hydrostatic testing arrangements and system integrity checks.
• Diagnose faults and undertake corrective maintenance and repair activities.
• Complete commissioning activities for newly installed fire suppression systems.
• Service and inspect portable fire extinguishers, fire hoses, nozzles, breathing apparatus, EEBDs and gas detection equipment.
• Inspect and maintain relevant life-saving appliances including lifejackets and immersion suits.
• Complete accurate service reports, inspection records, certificates and deficiency reports.
• Ensure all work complies with SOLAS, IMO Codes and Circulars, Flag State requirements and Classification Society Rules.
• Assist with internal and external audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain calibration records, equipment traceability and accurate service documentation.
• Carry out risk assessments and dynamic risk assessments prior to commencing work.
• Comply with all company Health, Safety and Environmental procedures, including ISO 45001 requirements.

Qualifications and requirements for the Senior FFE Service Technician:

• Proven experience servicing marine fire suppression systems.
• Strong knowledge of SOLAS and marine safety regulations.
• Good understanding of fixed gaseous fire suppression systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals and system documentation.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent report-writing and documentation skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work onboard vessels, offshore facilities and within shipyards.
• Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Marine Engineering or Fire Safety qualification.
• Fire Suppression System Service Certification or equivalent industry experience.
• Previous marine or offshore experience is desirable.
• IFEDA qualification would be advantageous.
• Relevant marine classification approvals would be advantageous.
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent would be beneficial.
• First Aid at Work qualification would be beneficial.

Working Hours & Package:

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Basic salary of £36,500 – £39,000 depending on experience.
• Potential earnings of approximately £55,000 – £60,000 through overtime and allowances.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Travel expenses covered.
• Training and certification support.
• Pension scheme.
• Opportunity to work across commercial vessels, offshore facilities, marine facilities and shipyards.
• International and UK travel may be required, with flexibility to work away from home when necessary.
• Strong focus on continued professional development, quality and safety.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.