Fire Alarm Engineer

🔥 Fire Alarm Engineer

📍 Base: Greenwich + 3 nearby projects across London & the South East
💷 Salary: £45,000 – £56,000 (DOE) + company van & fuel card
👔 Recruiter: CBW Recruitment, on behalf of a leading FM company specialising in MEP & Public Health

🏢 About the Client Our client is a well-established Facilities Management provider, delivering expert Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health services. With a strong reputation across commercial, residential, public sector, and industrial sites, they are also a trusted name in fire safety solutions.

🚨 The Role CBW Recruitment is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to support three local projects in the Greenwich area. This role is focused on servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of fire alarm and life safety systems (no commissioning). You’ll ensure compliance with current standards while providing first-class support to clients.

✅ Key DutiesService, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems across three designated projects.

Carry out fault-finding and remedial works (excluding commissioning).

Inspect emergency lighting, interfaces, and related safety systems.

Complete accurate compliance reports and documentation (BS 5839, BAFE, FIA).

Attend client call-outs, delivering excellent customer service on-site.

Travel locally with use of company or personal van + fuel card.

🎓 Candidate RequirementsFIA (or equivalent) fire alarm qualifications – City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 desirable.

At least 3 years’ experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer within FM or commercial settings.

Full UK driving licence and own van (essential).

Valid CSCS/CPCS card; Emergency Lighting, AOV, First Aid, or Asbestos Awareness certificates are advantageous.

Solid fault-finding skills and knowledge of BS 5839, BAFE/FIA standards.

Strong communicator with excellent client-facing skills.

🌟 Package & Benefits£48k – £56k salary (depending on experience).

Company or personal van with fuel card for local travel.

Permanent role with progression opportunities (Senior Engineer / Team Lead).

Manage only 3 local projects – reduced travel & better work/life balance.

Supportive environment with exposure to wider MEP & Public Health projects.

📩 Apply Today
If you’re a qualified Fire Alarm Engineer with strong maintenance and fault-finding skills, apply now through CBW Recruitment to join a leading FM provider and take the next step in your career.