Fire Alarm Service Engineer – Manchester – £35,000 + Excellent Benefits

Location: Manchester
Salary: £35,000 basic (negotiable based on experience) + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Benefits
Industry: Fire Protection / Fire Detection Systems / Electrical Engineering

ABOUT

A long established and expanding Fire Protection Company with wealth of experience and nationwide client base, are looking to add a Fire Alarm Service Engineer to their growing team in Manchester.

Benefits – Fire Alarm Service Engineer:

• Basic Salary: £35,000 (negotiable, dependent on experience & qualifications)
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card: Fully equipped for travel to sites
• Pension Scheme: Generous contribution plan
• Life Assurance: 4x annual salary cover
• Annual Leave: Paid holidays plus all UK bank holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus: Up to £1,000 per successful referral
• Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health resources
• Training & Career Progression: Ongoing technical training and opportunities to step into senior roles

Responsibilities – Fire Alarm Service Engineer

As a Fire Alarm Service Engineer, your role will include:

• Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on a wide range of fire detection systems
• Work with emergency lighting systems and fire alarm technologies across diverse sites
• Install and commission fire alarm systems, focusing on Advanced and Kentec panels
• Plan and complete scheduled maintenance and responsive service visits
• Diagnose faults using systematic fault-finding techniques
• Interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams accurately
• Lead small-to-medium installation projects when required
• Ensure compliance with BS7671:2018, BS5839-1:2017, and BS5839-6:2019
• Deliver professional customer service at all times

Requirements – Fire Alarm Service Engineer

• Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Service Engineer or similar technical role
• FIA Units 1–5 (or equivalent qualifications)
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
• Strong technical knowledge of fire detection systems
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• A professional and customer-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Full UK driving licence
• Electrical background essential
• Physically fit and able to work at heights or in confined spaces

Why Join?

• Work with a respected fire safety provider with a nationwide client base
• Access ongoing training to keep you ahead of the latest regulations and technologies
• Benefit from clear progression routes into senior engineering roles
• Be part of a team that values technical expertise and professionalism
• Enjoy a strong package with no on-call rota required

Apply Now!
If you''re an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer based in or near Manchester, this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development.

Keywords to support your application:

Fire Alarm Engineer, Fire Detection Engineer, Fire Alarm Technician, Fire & Security Engineer, Fire Protection Engineer, FIA Qualified Engineer, Fire Alarm Installation Engineer, Fire Safety Engineer.