Field Service Specialist

Join Our Team as a Fire Detection Field Service Specialist

Field based role on land, offshore and overseas.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Fire Detection Field Service Specialist to join our dynamic Marine Service team. You’ll be responsible for servicing and commissioning fire detection systems on naval vessels, commercial marine projects, including offshore and overseas assignments.

• Competitive salary and company car
• Hybrid working – WFH / On‑site/offshore allowances and overtime payments
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays and sick pay
• On‑site daily allowance
• All travel and mobilisation costs covered
• Comprehensive benefits: 7% matched pension, free life assurance, employee assistance programme, referral scheme, discounts on high street brands and Johnson Controls products, cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Opportunity for additional earnings through our Ship2
  
  Shore programme

• Service & Maintenance – perform planned and reactive servicing of marine fire detection and alarm systems (smoke, heat, multi‑sensors, aspirating detectors, water mist); diagnose, repair, and upgrade equipment to manufacturer and statutory standards; complete detailed service reports and log all site work.
• Commissioning – lead or support commissioning of new and upgraded systems on vessels and offshore installations; carry out programming, integration, and functional testing; collaborate with electrical, automation, and shipbuilding teams.
• Graphics Systems – install, configure, and troubleshoot fire alarm graphics interfaces (annunciators, HMI systems); ensure accurate real‑time system status; liaise with software providers and customer IT teams.
• Customer Support – provide technical guidance to vessel crews and operators; deliver training sessions and demonstrations; represent the company professionally on board and in project meetings.

• Proven Electrical Engineering experience.
• Degree or qualification in Electrical/Electronic or Control & Instrumentation Engineering.
• Ability to interpret client technical specifications.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience servicing and commissioning fire detection systems (BS 5839).
• Familiarity with major brands (Autronica, Tyco, Siemens, Consilium, Kidde, etc.).
• Hands‑on experience with graphics systems and HMI interfaces.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work ad‑hoc and offshore and overseas.
• Desirable:
  Marine/offshore field experience; knowledge of Ethernet/IP networks and serial interfaces; offshore safety training (BOSIET, HUET, STCW) – training provided if not held; PLC integration experience; SC security clearance (background check required).

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a team that values expertise, safety, and innovation. You’ll work on cutting‑edge marine projects and grow your career within a global organisation.

Successful candidates will be expected to meet the requirements of the OEUK safe weight limit requirements. This policy applies to all offshore installations operating under accepted Safety Cases as defined in the Offshore Installations (Offshore Safety Directive) (Safety Case etc.) Regulations 2015.