Fire Installation Engineer

Overview

Fire Installation Engineer - Up to £40,000 per Year

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Installation Engineer to join a growing and highly respected fire & security team. We are looking for a skilled Fire Installation Engineer who can install and commission a wide range of life‑safety systems, with fire alarms as the primary focus. This role is ideal for a Fire Installation Engineer who takes pride in high‑quality workmanship, excellent customer service, and professional standards.

If you are a motivated Fire Installation Engineer seeking long‑term stability and strong career progression, this position offers exactly that.

Key Purpose of the Role:
Installation and commissioning of fire and security systems, including fire alarms, CCTV, access control, nurse call, and intruder alarm systems. The main focus will be fire alarm installation.

• Install fire alarm systems to a high standard, including additions, moves, and changes
• Strong technical knowledge aligned with BS5839‑1; HTM‑05‑03 Part B desirable
• Excellent understanding of fire alarm signalling devices (Emizon, Dual‑Com, Permaconn)
• Communicate professionally with customers while working on-site
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a clean, tidy, and professional work ethic
• Adapt to new products, environments, and requirements
• Knowledge of fire alarm equipment, including Advanced, Apollo, Honeywell Gent & Eurotech
• Ability to read and interpret building plans and CAD drawings
• Work closely with customers to meet installation specifications
• Maintain effective communication with management, supervisors, and admin teams
• Work independently or as part of a team across East Anglia, with travel as required
• Complete all documentation, including schematics and drawings
• Plan and manage workload effectively
• Willingness to travel and work away when required
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and toolbox talks
• Ensure personal and team safety in line with company policy
• Carry out any reasonable tasks requested by management

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the fire alarm & life‑safety industry
• Fully conversant with BS5839‑1
• Strong knowledge of conventional and addressable fire alarm systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Checkable work history and references
• Computer literate
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work nights and weekends with notice
• Ability to meet tight deadlines alongside other contractors
• FIA Fundamentals 1 & 2

• Extremely competitive and uncapped OTE
• Company vehicle with private use option, fuel card, and paid travel time after 30 minutes each way
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Premium‑rate overtime available
• Life insurance
• Company healthcare plan & EAP
• Employee recognition scheme
• Referral scheme
• Company pension
• Employee benefits programme with discounts worth up to £1,200 per year
• Supportive working environment with remote technical support and career progression
• Wagestream access for instant wage availability