Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer Location: Field-based (London & South East / site travel required) Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Reporting To: Active Fire Supervisor & Fire & Security Service Manager About the Role We are seeking a skilled and proactive Fire Alarm Engineer with strong technical problem-solving capabilities to join our Active Fire team. In this role, you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive call-outs, fault-finding, installation, and commissioning across fire alarm systems, smoke control systems, and active fire curtains. You will ensure all systems operate reliably and fully adhere to current British Standards and third-party accreditation schemes, including BS 5839-1:2025, BS 7346-8, BS 8524-1/2, BAFE SP203-1, and IFC codes of practice. Key Responsibilities Installation & Commissioning: Install, modify, test, and commission new fire alarm systems, smoke control systems, active fire curtains, and associated field devices to design specifications. Servicing & PPM: Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and planned preventative maintenance in accordance with BS 5839-1 and BS 7346-8 standards. Fault Diagnosis & Reactive Repairs: Rapidly troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex faults on addressable and conventional systems to minimize customer downtime. Site Surveys & Cause-and-Effect: Carry out thorough site surveys (with photographic evidence), interpret schematics/zone charts, and program cause-and-effect panel logic. Compliance & Certification: Issue clear, compliant electronic certification, commissioning records, and detailed service reports via tablet devices. Van Stock & Operations: Manage vehicle inventory, place stock requisition orders efficiently, and participate in an on-call rota to support emergency call-outs. Requirements & Qualifications Essential: Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer covering servicing, fault-finding, and maintenance. System Knowledge: Hands-on experience across major addressable and conventional manufacturers (e.g., Advanced, Apollo, Kentec, Gent, Hochiki, C-Tec, Morley, EMS, Hyfire). FIA Certifications: FIA Fundamentals Units 1 & 2 (Fire Detection & Alarm Systems in Non-Domestic Premises). FIA Advanced Maintainer Course. Electrical & Industry Cards: BS 7671 18th Edition. FESS (ECS) Systems Operative Card. Safety Training: Valid certifications in Asbestos Awareness, Manual Handling, Working at Height, and CITB Hazard & Risk Awareness. Driving Licence: Full UK Manual Driving Licence. Standards Familiarity: Practical knowledge of BS 5839-1:2025, BS 7346-8 (Smoke Control), BS 8524 (Fire Curtains), and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Desirable: NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Providing Electronic Fire and Security Systems. Direct experience integrating fire alarms with AOV/smoke extract systems and fire curtain assemblies. What We Offer Competitive salary based on industry experience Company vehicle, fuel card, and specialist tools Provision of mobile phone / tablet device for paperless workflow Commitment to continuous professional development (50 hours of structured CPD training per annum) Standby allowance and overtime opportunities via the on-call rota Company pension scheme and holiday allowance Notes Perm Fee (%) 0.00% Salary £0.00 Internal Description Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer Reference: EWC-JD040-Fire Alarm Engineer Location: Field-based (London & South East / site travel required) Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Reporting To: Active Fire Supervisor & Fire & Security Service Manager About the Role We are seeking a skilled and proactive Fire Alarm Engineer with strong technical problem-solving capabilities to join our Active Fire team. In this role, you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive call-outs, fault-finding, installation, and commissioning across fire alarm systems, smoke control systems, and active fire curtains. You will ensure all systems operate reliably and fully adhere to current British Standards and third-party accreditation schemes, including BS 5839-1:2025, BS 7346-8, BS 8524-1/2, BAFE SP203-1, and IFC codes of practice. Key Responsibilities Installation & Commissioning: Install, modify, test, and commission new fire alarm systems, smoke control systems, active fire curtains, and associated field devices to design specifications. Servicing & PPM: Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and planned preventative maintenance in accordance with BS 5839-1 and BS 7346-8 standards. Fault Diagnosis & Reactive Repairs: Rapidly troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex faults on addressable and conventional systems to minimize customer downtime. Site Surveys & Cause-and-Effect: Carry out thorough site surveys (with photographic evidence), interpret schematics/zone charts, and program cause-and-effect panel logic. Compliance & Certification: Issue clear, compliant electronic certification, commissioning records, and detailed service reports via tablet devices. Van Stock & Operations: Manage vehicle inventory, place stock requisition orders efficiently, and participate in an on-call rota to support emergency call-outs. Requirements & Qualifications Essential: Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer covering servicing, fault-finding, and maintenance. System Knowledge: Hands-on experience across major addressable and conventional manufacturers (e.g., Advanced, Apollo, Kentec, Gent, Hochiki, C-Tec, Morley, EMS, Hyfire). FIA Certifications: FIA Fundamentals Units 1 & 2 (Fire Detection & Alarm Systems in Non-Domestic Premises). FIA Advanced Maintainer Course. Electrical & Industry Cards: BS 7671 18th Edition. FESS (ECS) Systems Operative Card. Safety Training: Valid certifications in Asbestos Awareness, Manual Handling, Working at Height, and CITB Hazard & Risk Awareness. Driving Licence: Full UK Manual Driving Licence. Standards Familiarity: Practical knowledge of BS 5839-1:2025, BS 7346-8 (Smoke Control), BS 8524 (Fire Curtains), and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Desirable: NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Providing Electronic Fire and Security Systems. Direct experience integrating fire alarms with AOV/smoke extract systems and fire curtain assemblies. What We Offer Competitive salary based on industry experience Company vehicle, fuel card, and specialist tools Provision of mobile phone / tablet device for paperless workflow Commitment to continuous professional development (50 hours of structured CPD training per annum) Standby allowance and overtime opportunities via the on-call rota Company pension scheme and holiday  please apply online or call and whatsapp  - (phone number removed)