Job Title: Apprentice Fire Alarm Technician
Location: Wales & South West
Reports To: Company Director
Department: Electrical Department
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About Firerite (UK) Ltd

Firerite is passionate about life safety and is a leading provider of fire safety solutions, dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment. We deliver expert services across fire detection, fire alarm systems, extinguishers, and risk assessments, all in line with national fire safety standards.

We are accredited to ISO 9001 and are currently working towards achieving ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). We are also certified under key BAFE schemes, including SP101, SP203-1, and SP205, demonstrating our commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Role Summary

• The apprentice technician will be working under supervision of qualified security and fire engineers
• The role will involve on-site training and manufacture provided training courses that can be attended alongside college bases training and learning
• The role is training based and would be working towards level 3 accreditation in Fire and Security Systems.
• The apprentice technician will be taught from an excellent foundation to ensure standardisation of the maintenance is carried out
• The technician will be required to commit to working at various locations Wales & the West and be expected to work overtime at times

Key Responsibilities

• Fire alarm maintenance to include any proposals/quotation remedial works found during routine maintenance, action plans for Fire Risk Assessments
• Electrical and electronic principles - including codes of practice, commissioning, design criteria and installation, testing and maintenance techniques
• Testing and maintaining different systems
• System technologies - including storing, retrieving, manipulating, transmitting and receiving electronic data across a range of information communication technology (ICT) applications
• Using ICT tools and equipment - including email, mobile devices, personal computers and web applications
• Communications - including communication styles and communicating in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner
• Health and safety practices, regulations and legislation within fire alarm environments  - including environmental compliance

Requirements

Essential:

• A strong interest in life safety systems and compliance within technical or operational environments.
• Desire to develop competence in line with British Standards and industry-specific regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• A clear career development path across technical, operational, and commercial roles.
• Full training and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Vehicle/travel allowance where applicable.
• Tools, uniform, and PPE provided.
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• A supportive and forward-thinking team environment.