Fire Engineer
Loughborough / Nottingham
Permanent Role
Salary: £28,295 – £42,440 basic + overtime + travel time + call-out + retention payments
Realistic earnings up to £50,000+ including overtime and enhancements
Company vehicle, fuel card, tools, uniform, laptop and phone provided
£1,000 joining bonus (paid in instalments)
About the Role
We are recruiting an experienced Fire Engineer to join a growing national team delivering essential life safety services across a range of commercial and residential sites.
This is a mobile field-based role covering varied locations daily. You will be responsible for ensuring fire and life safety systems are fully operational, compliant, and maintained to required standards.
You will represent the business on-site, working directly with clients and delivering a high standard of service and technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Service, maintain and test fire alarm systems (BS5839-1 compliant)
- Work on emergency lighting, AOVs, fire extinguishers, nurse call systems and access control systems
- Diagnose faults and complete repairs, aiming for first-time fixes where possible
- Complete accurate and timely engineer service reports
- Identify and report system defects, deviations and compliance issues
- Manage van stock levels and liaise with internal teams for replenishment
- Work in line with all Health and Safety procedures and reporting requirements
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Fire Engineer working with fire alarm systems (analogue addressable and conventional)
- Strong understanding of BS5839 standards (Parts 1 and 6 essential)
- FIA training or equivalent qualification desirable
- Full UK driving licence
- Good IT literacy for reporting and documentation
- Strong awareness of Health and Safety regulations
- Flexible, proactive approach to mobile field work
Package and Benefits
- Basic salary up to £42,440 (40-hour contract)
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- Travel time, call-out rota payments and additional earning opportunities
- Strong earning potential through overtime (typical total earnings significantly higher than base salary)
- Company vehicle with fuel card
- Full tools, test equipment, laptop and mobile phone provided
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (30 days total)
- Company pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discount scheme and life assurance
- Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
Bonus Scheme
£1,000 joining bonus paid as follows:
- £500 after first full month
- £500 after successful completion of probation
Additional Information
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
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If you are an experienced Fire Engineer looking for a stable role with strong earning potential, structured support, and long-term progression, apply today.
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Pay: £28,295.00-£42,440.00 per year
Work Location: In person
