Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting & Sprinkler Service Engineer
Location: Field-Based (South Wales & Surrounding Areas)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience
Benefits: Company Vehicle | Training & Development | Career Progression | Supportive Team Environment | Industry Accreditation Opportunities
Protecting People, Properties and Communities
AFT Group is one of the region's leading fire protection specialists, delivering comprehensive passive and active fire safety solutions across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and public sector environments.
Due to continued growth and the successful expansion of our active fire division, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting & Sprinkler Service Engineer to join our growing team.
This exciting opportunity will see you working alongside a major local housing association, helping to safeguard thousands of residents across a diverse property portfolio while also supporting a broad range of commercial and public sector clients.
As part of AFT Group, you will play a vital role in ensuring that critical life safety systems remain compliant, operational, and ready to perform when needed most.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding field-based position involving the inspection, testing, servicing, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of fire protection systems across multiple sites.
You will work with a wide range of industry-leading fire protection technologies and manufacturers, supporting both planned preventative maintenance programmes and reactive service requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
Fire Alarm Systems
- Inspection, testing, servicing, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm systems.
- Fault diagnosis and rectification.
- System testing in accordance with BS 5839.
- Identification and reporting of non-compliances and deficiencies.
Emergency Lighting Systems
- Routine inspection and testing.
- Functional and duration testing.
- Maintenance and remedial works.
- Compliance reporting in accordance with BS 5266.
Sprinkler Systems
- Planned preventative maintenance and servicing of sprinkler systems.
- Routine inspections of sprinkler heads, valves, pumps, tanks, pipework, and associated equipment.
- Reporting defects, impairments, and maintenance requirements.
- Supporting compliance with relevant British Standards and insurer requirements.
- Liaising with specialist contractors where required for major remedial works.
General Responsibilities
- Complete service reports, inspection records, and certification accurately.
- Maintain excellent communication with clients, residents, and colleagues.
- Work safely and professionally at all times.
- Provide technical support and mentoring to junior engineers.
- Represent AFT Group positively on client sites.
- Keep up to date with evolving legislation, standards, and industry best practice.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about fire safety, take pride in their work, and want to be part of a growing and ambitious organisation.
You should possess:
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A commitment to quality, safety, and customer service.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
- A positive and proactive attitude.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Preferred Experience & Qualifications
Whilst not essential, the following would be advantageous:
- Minimum 3 years' experience within the fire protection industry.
- Experience servicing fire alarm systems.
- Experience testing emergency lighting systems.
- Experience inspecting and servicing sprinkler systems.
- FIA qualifications.
- ECS / CSCS Card.
- IPAF.
- City & Guilds qualifications.
- Manufacturer-specific training and certifications.
Applicants with experience in one fire discipline are encouraged to apply, as ongoing training and development will be provided to support multi-skilled career progression.
Why Join AFT Group?
At AFT Group, we don't just install and maintain fire protection systems—we help protect lives.
Our reputation has been built on technical excellence, compliance, integrity, and exceptional customer service. As a growing business operating across South Wales, the Midlands, and the South West, we offer genuine opportunities for development, progression, and long-term career growth.
When you join AFT Group, you'll benefit from:
- Working for a respected and growing fire protection specialist.
- Exposure to a wide range of fire safety disciplines.
- Ongoing technical training and professional development.
- Opportunities to gain further industry qualifications and accreditations.
- Supportive management and experienced technical teams.
- A varied workload across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and public sector environments.
- The opportunity to make a real difference by helping protect people, homes, and communities every day.
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding career within the fire protection industry and want to join a company that values quality, professionalism, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV together with any relevant qualifications, training certificates, and industry accreditations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £34,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
