Fire Alarm Engineer - Halmer Recruit : Job Details

Fire Alarm Engineer£36,000 – £45,000 DOEHigh earnings potential + Company vanKent / London Region

About the CompanyWe are a well-established, NSI Gold and BAFE-accredited fire and security company with a growing footprint across London and the Southeast. With tens of thousands of customers and a strong reputation in the industry, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service while maintaining a supportive, team-oriented culture. Our business is expanding rapidly, and we’re looking for talented professionals to join us on the journey.

The OpportunityWe're currently seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Engineer to carry out reactive fault-finding and small works, primarily in Kent and South London. This role is focused on fire detection systems, but experience with access control and CCTV is a definite plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, fault-finding, and small installations on fire detection systems (conventional, addressable, and wireless).
• Work across a wide variety of commercial and residential sites in the Kent/London area.
• Carry out maintenance and small works across access control, door entry, and CCTV systems (IP and analogue), where applicable.
• Ensure work is completed to the highest industry standards and in line with NSI codes of practice.
• Participate in a 1-in-6 on-call rota (additional payment provided).

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer, ideally in both servicing and fault diagnostics.
• Good understanding of systems such as Advanced, Morley, and C-TEC. (Knowledge of Gent is beneficial but training is available post-probation.)
• Familiarity with DualCom monitoring and communication devices.
• Experience with emergency lighting maintenance is advantageous.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to travel within the Kent/London area.
• A professional, proactive, and safety-conscious approach.

Industry Knowledge

• NSI Codes of Practice
• EN50131, PD6662, DD243, BS4737, BS8243

What’s in It for You

• Competitive base salary (£36,000 – £45,000 DOE)
• Engineering commission scheme (earnings up to an additional 10%)
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Company uniform, tools, and full PPE provided
• Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 1-day attendance bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Staff referral and recognition programmes
• Sick pay
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and clear career development pathways
• Company events and team-building initiatives

Additional InformationThis is a physically active role involving ladder work and working at height. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with participation in the on-call rota every sixth week.Successful candidates will be subject to NSSA security screening.