Fire Extinguisher Technician/Fire Alarm Technician
Listed on 2026-01-13
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Installation Technician, Security Systems Installation, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician
Location: Greater London
Salary: £27,000 to £40,000 per annum + company van + benefits.
Location: Mobile work predominantly through Cambridgeshire & London.
Job Type: Full-time, permanent.
Working hours: Monday - Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work.
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Fire Extinguisher Technician / Fire Alarm Service Technician to join an established maintenance and servicing team operating predominantly East Anglia to London.
As a Fire Extinguisher Technician/ Fire Alarm Service Technician, you will carry out servicing, maintenance and installation of fire extinguishers, fire alarm systems and associated fire safety equipment, ensuring full compliance with current British Standards.
The Fire Extinguisher Technician/ Fire Alarm Service Technician role is mobile and field-based, ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, traveling and engaging directly with clients while delivering high standards of fire safety and customer service.
This position offers structured bookings arranged by the office team, participation in an on-call rota and access to ongoing training and professional development within a 24/7 - 365 operational environment.
Duties- Servicing of fire extinguishers and fire alarm systems in line with BS5306 and BS5839 standards.
- Inspecting and assessing existing fire protection equipment to ensure suitability, functionality and compliance.
- Conducting surveys to identify future fire safety and fire protection equipment requirements.
- Supporting installation works and providing technical expertise during service visits.
- Delivering clear fire safety advice and technical guidance to clients on site.
- Completing service reports, certification and documentation accurately and submitting electronically.
- Participating in an on-call rota to provide out-of-hours emergency cover.
- Previous experience in fire safety, fire engineering or a related technical field.
- Qualified to service fire extinguishers in accordance with current regulations.
- Experience servicing or maintaining fire alarm systems, or willingness to be trained.
- Ability to use power tools and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently on the road.
- Clear communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer‑focused approach.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Experience working with pneumatic fire suppression systems.
- Confidence supporting larger site visits or installation projects as part of a team.
- Flexibility to travel nationwide occasionally, including occasional overnight stays.
- A proactive, enthusiastic and adaptable working approach.
- 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays).
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Flexibility with potential for overtime.
- Additional payment for on‑call duty.
- Cashback healthcare scheme (after successful completion of probation).
- Company van (for business use only).
- Mobile phone (for business use only).
- Company uniform and tools.
- Company pension.
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