Fire Systems Testing Engineer

Job Description Fire Systems Testing Engineer

Bristol Permanent 40 Hours per Week

Hatched Talent is proud to be representing a leading facilities management provider in their search for a Fire Systems Testing Engineer based in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking a stable site‑based role with no travel requirements. You’ll play a key part in ensuring building safety and compliance through regular testing maintenance and documentation of fire alarm systems across the contract estate.

Working as part of the Mobile Engineering Team you’ll take ownership of weekly fire alarm testing and associated reporting. Your work will directly support the compliance safety and operational efficiency of a large high‑profile site.

Hours: 4:00 pm – 12:00 am Monday to Friday (approximately 7.5 hours per shift).

• Complete weekly fire alarm system testing across the estate in line with agreed schedules and standards.
• Provide detailed reports of testing outcomes highlighting any faults or issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and contract specifications particularly BS 5839:1 and BS 5839:6.
• Record all maintenance and safety activities accurately using digital systems (PDAs or similar).
• Work closely with the control hub and wider team to coordinate efficient responses to issues.
• Maintain excellent health and safety practices including completing risk assessments for all tasks.
• Represent the business professionally in all client interactions.

Essential:

• Electrical or fire systems qualification (minimum two‑day course covering BS 5839:1 and BS 5839:6).
• Strong understanding of BS 5839 standards and ability to interpret them effectively.
• Experience in electrical installation inspection testing and fault finding гам on fire alarm systems.
• Electrical qualification (C&G 2391).
• IOSH Working Safely or valid CSCS Card.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• IT skills particularly in the use of PDAs or digital reporting tools.
• Asbestos awareness training (UKATA).

• Competitive salary:
• Permanent full‑time employment
• Site‑based stability no travel required
• Work with a respected facilities management team on a high‑profile contract
• Opportunities for career development and ongoing training

• CCTV
• Low Voltage
• System Design
• Electrical Experience
• Fire Sprinkler Fitting
• NEC
• Drafting
• Plumbing
• System Testing
• Autocad
• Fire Alarm
• Revit

Full‑Time

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