Fire Engineer

Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer Reading Permanent Salary: £31,855 - £40,630  overtime, travel time & out-of-hours retainer Realistic OTE up to £60,000 About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer to join a growing and highly motivated team delivering essential safety services across the Social Housing sector.

This role focusses on PPM servicing, maintenance, fault finding, and repair of life safety systems, ensuring full compliance with health and safety standards. Each day will bring a variety of environments and locations, where you will act as a key representative of the business, providing excellent customer service and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities Service, maintain, fault-find, install, and commission:
Fire alarm systems (analogue addressable & conventional) Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs) CCTV systems Access control systems Warden call systems Fire extinguishers Complete accurate service and maintenance reports Identify and report system faults, deficiencies, or deviations Maintain and test emergency lighting systems and associated equipment Manage van stock levels and coordinate replenishment Promote a strong health & safety culture, identifying and reporting risks Deliver a "first-time fix" wherever possible About You We are looking for someone who is reliable, detail-focused, and committed to high standards of safety and service.

Full UK driving licence Proven experience with fire alarm systems Knowledge of BS5839 (Part 1 and Part
6) FIA training or equivalent (BS5839-1 Fundamentals) What's on Offer Competitive base salary  substantial overtime potential Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate Typical earnings boosted by 45-50 hour working weeks Company vehicle & fuel card Phone, tablet, full test equipment & power tools 22 days' holiday  bank holidays (30 total) Ongoing training and career progression opportunities Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation working on key housing contracts, where tenant safety, quality workmanship, and employee development are top priorities.

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