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Fire Alarm Service Engineer – Manchester – £35,000 + Excellent Benefits
Location: Manchester
Salary: £35,000 basic (negotiable based on experience) + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Benefits
Industry: Fire Protection / Fire Detection Systems / Electrical Engineering
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A long established and expanding Fire Protection Company with wealth of experience and nationwide client base, are looking to add a Fire Alarm Service Engineer to their growing team in Manchester.
Benefits – Fire Alarm Service Engineer:
- Basic Salary: £35,000 (negotiable, dependent on experience & qualifications)
- Company Vehicle & Fuel Card: Fully equipped for travel to sites
- Pension Scheme: Generous contribution plan
- Life Assurance: 4x annual salary cover
- Annual Leave: Paid holidays plus all UK bank holidays
- Employee Referral Bonus: Up to £1,000 per successful referral
- Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health resources
- Training & Career Progression: Ongoing technical training and opportunities to step into senior roles
Responsibilities – Fire Alarm Service Engineer
As a Fire Alarm Service Engineer, your role will include:
- Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on a wide range of fire detection systems
- Work with emergency lighting systems and fire alarm technologies across diverse sites
- Install and commission fire alarm systems, focusing on Advanced and Kentec panels
- Plan and complete scheduled maintenance and responsive service visits
- Diagnose faults using systematic fault-finding techniques
- Interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams accurately
- Lead small-to-medium installation projects when required
- Ensure compliance with BS7671:2018, BS5839-1:2017, and BS5839-6:2019
- Deliver professional customer service at all times
Requirements – Fire Alarm Service Engineer
- Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Service Engineer or similar technical role
- FIA Units 1–5 (or equivalent qualifications)
- 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
- Strong technical knowledge of fire detection systems
- Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- A professional and customer-focused approach
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
- Full UK driving licence
- Electrical background essential
- Physically fit and able to work at heights or in confined spaces
Why Join?
- Work with a respected fire safety provider with a nationwide client base
- Access ongoing training to keep you ahead of the latest regulations and technologies
- Benefit from clear progression routes into senior engineering roles
- Be part of a team that values technical expertise and professionalism
- Enjoy a strong package with no on-call rota required
Apply Now!
If you're an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer based in or near Manchester, this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development.
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