Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer
Location: Wales & South West
Reports To: Electrical Department Manager
Department: Electrical Department
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £31,500.00 – £37,000.00 (Dependant on experience/qualifications) + 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

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Fire Alarm Engineer to ensure the effective installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm systems, fire suppression, emergency lighting & Nursecall systems in full compliance with UK fire safety legislation and industry standards. You will support the safety of our clients premises in ensuring all fire alarm systems operate reliably and in working in accordance with the BS 5839 series, BS 7671, and manufacturer specifications. The role ensures that systems are correctly designed, installed, tested, and maintained, contributing to life safety, regulatory compliance, and the overall fire strategy of each site.

Key Responsibilities

• Servicing & Maintenance, reactive works and installation of fire alarm, fire suppression, emergency lighting & Nursecall systems.
• Ensure all work is compliant with BS5839 Pt 1:2017, BS5266, and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Work closely with clients to help minimise fire risk and promote safety compliance.
• Maintain and repair fire alarm, nurse call, and emergency lighting systems on service contracts and during reactive callouts.
• Ensure timely and safe delivery and commissioning of fire safety equipment.
• Plan and prioritise work effectively within your assigned area.
• Promote and upsell Fire-rite’s full range of services, including carrying out surveys and producing quotations.
• Record all work activities and findings using a digital device (training provided).
• Meet and exceed agreed performance targets.
• Liaise with the Electrical Manager and wider team as required.
• Work independently in the field, with full support and training from Head Office.