Fire Alarm Engineer

🔥 Fire Alarm Engineer 📍 Location: Greenwich-based + 3 local projects in London & South East
💷 Salary: £48,000 – £56,000 per annum (DOE) + company van & fuel card
📄 Recruiter: CBW Recruitment (on behalf of a leading FM company in MEP & public health)

🏢 About the Client Our client is an established Facilities Management provider with deep expertise in Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health services. They deliver comprehensive fire safety and MEP solutions across commercial, residential, public-sector, and industrial sectors.

🚨 Role Overview We’re seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Engineer to oversee three local fire alarm & life-safety system projects in Greenwich and the surrounding area. You’ll manage servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding (excluding commissioning) on fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

✅ Key ResponsibilitiesService, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems on three designated local projects

Conduct fault diagnosis and carry out repairs (excluding commissioning duties)

Perform inspections on emergency lighting, interfaces, and related safety systems

Produce accurate compliance documentation and service reports (BS 5839, BAFE, FIA standards)

Respond to client call‑outs and deliver excellent on-site customer service

Utilise a company vehicle (or personal van) to travel locally

🎓 Essential RequirementsFIA or equivalent fire alarm qualifications (City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical industry preferred) 

Minimum 3 years of fire alarm engineering experience within FM or commercial settings

Full UK driving licence and access to own van (essential)

Valid CSCS/CPCS card; certifications in Emergency Lighting, AOV, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness desirable 

Strong fault‑finding capability and knowledge of BS 5839, BAFE/FIA standards

Excellent communication and on-site client interaction skills

🌟 What’s on OfferCompetitive salary: £48k–£56k, depending on experience

Company or personal van use with fuel card for local travel

Permanent role with clear progression to Senior Engineer or Team Lead

Focused scope: managing 3 local projects—reducing excessive travel

Supportive FM environment with ongoing MEP & public health exposure

📩 Apply Now Qualified Fire Alarm Engineers with practical experience and their own van are invited to submit their CVs to CBW Recruitment today. Join a dynamic team and grow your career with a top FM provider.