Fire Alarm Engineer

Fortus Recruitment Group Limited
Reading, Berkshire
Fortus Recruitment are a recruitment company that specialise in placing people within the repairs & maintenance industry.

We are currently working on behalf of a Local Authority.

Salary: £31,000- £40,000 per annum + overtime, travel time, and on-call allowances

? Realistic OTE up to £50,000 including bonuses and additional earnings

? £1,000 joining bonus (paid in stages*)

An established and growing provider of fire, security, and electrical services is looking for a skilled Fire Alarm Engineer to join its dynamic team. This role focuses on planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing.

You'll be working in different environments day-to-day, acting as a key point of contact for clients and ensuring systems are compliant, safe, and fully operational. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work and values high standards of service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

* Service, maintain, fault-find, install, and commission systems including:

* Fire alarms (addressable & conventional)
* Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs)
* CCTV systems
* Access control
* Warden call systems
* Fire extinguishers
* Complete detailed service reports and documentation
* Identify and report system faults, deficiencies, or compliance issues
* Maintain emergency lighting and associated life safety equipment
* Manage van stock and coordinate replenishment when required
* Follow health & safety procedures and proactively identify risks
* Aim for first-time fixes wherever possible

About You

* Experience working with fire alarm systems and related life safety equipment
* Good understanding of BS5839 standards (Part 1 & 6)
* FIA training (or equivalent) preferred
* Full UK driving licence
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Comfortable using digital tools and completing reports
* Awareness of workplace health & safety regulations
* Flexible approach to working hours, including participation in an on-call rota

What's on Offer

* Competitive base salary with significant earning potential through overtime
* Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
* Company vehicle and fuel card
* Uniform, tools, and full test equipment provided
* Laptop/tablet and mobile phone
* 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (30 days total)
* Structured career development and progression opportunities
* Comprehensive benefits package including:

* Employee assistance programme
* Wellbeing and mental health support
* Discount schemes
* Life assurance
* Pension scheme

Please send your CV for consideration or call the office and ask Ella for more details

Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.

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Posted 2026-04-23

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