Fire Extinguisher; Mechanical) Technician

Position:
Fire Extinguisher (Mechanical) Technician

Job Title: Fire Extinguisher (Mechanical) Technician
Location: South Wales and West
Reports To: Mechanical Department Manager
Department: Mechanical Department
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: from £28,436.80 to £32,686.80 per annum (dependant on experience) plus uncapped bonusearn up to £40,000.00+ with bonus

Fire Rite (UK) Ltd is passionate about life safety and is a leading provider of fire safety solutions, dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment. We deliver expert services across mechanical fire protection, including but not limited to fire extinguishers, kitchen fire suppression systems, gaseous fire suppression systems & dry risers. As well as, fire detection, fire alarm systems, passive fire protection, and risk assessments, all in line with national fire safety standards.

We are accredited to ISO 9001 and are currently working towards achieving ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). We are also certified under key BAFE schemes, including SP101, SP203-3, and SP206, demonstrating our commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

We are seeking a Fire Extinguisher (Mechanical) Technician to join our growing fire protection team. This role is responsible for the installation, commissioning, inspection, maintenance, and servicing of fire extinguishers and related life safety equipment. This role will also provide a career progression route into specialist kitchen fire suppression systems, gaseous fire suppression systems and/or dry riser systems. Candidates with prior fire extinguisher and fire suppression experience are desirable, however, motivated mechanical professionals willing to train and develop in the fire protection industry are encouraged to apply.

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, inspection, installation and commissioning of portable fire extinguishers and other equipment/systems in accordance with relevant standards, including BS 5306-3, BS 5306-8 and ISO 9001:2015, and Fire Rite (UK) Ltd’s quality procedures.
• Install, commission and maintain new and existing fire protection equipment and systems as required.
• Undertake customer surveys, assess existing fire protection provisions and provide appropriate recommendations and quotations.
• Identify defective, obsolete or unsuitable equipment and provide appropriate advice and recommendations.
• Complete accurate service records, asset information, certification and other required documentation.
• Provide professional technical advice to customers regarding portable fire extinguishers and other relevant fire protection services.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a standard that satisfies both the customer and the company.
• Consistently achieve agreed performance, productivity and quality targets.
• Ensure the safe delivery and installation of equipment to customers within agreed timescales.
• Keep the Mechanical Department Manager informed of work progress, issues, potential delays and any other matters requiring attention.
• Maintain appropriate van stock, tools, equipment and replacement components to support efficient service delivery.
• Maintain the cleanliness, security and general condition of the company-provided vehicle.
• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with customers.
• Promote and support the sale of Fire Rite (UK) Ltd’s services to new and existing customers where appropriate.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, health and safety requirements and quality management processes.

• Relevant extinguisher servicing competency/training.
• Good working…