Fire Alarm Engineer
| Posting date: | 10 April 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 May 2025 |
| Location: | Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3TQ |
| Company: | crooton |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1280488983 |
Summary
Fire Alarm Engineer
Locations: Surrey, Kent & South-East (various locations)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Market-leading salary based on experience, paid weekly -PAYE + bonuses
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00
- 1-hour lunch break
- Opportunities for weekend and out-of-hours work are available
RGE Services is growing fast, and we’re looking for experienced Fire Alarm Engineers to join our team. With a strong reputation in the Fire and Electrical compliance sector, we pride ourselves on delivering top-quality service to our clients and providing genuine career development for our people.
If you're looking to be part of a supportive company that invests in your future, offers top pay, and provides real progress
ion opportunities, this could be the role for you.
What We Offer - Fire Alarm Engineer - Surrey, Kent & South-East (various locations)
- Performance-related bonuses, commission, and price-work opportunities
- 33 days total holiday, including public holidays (rising to 25 days annual leave after two years)
- Company van and fuel card provided
- All tools and equipment supplied, including power tools, ladders, and steps
- Company phone and tablet for ease of reporting and communication
- Flexible working options are available upon agreement
- Pension scheme
- In-house training and development with access to FIA, BAFE, NICEIC, ECA resources and certifications
- E-learning platforms and structured progression reviews
- Buy and sell holiday scheme
- Evening and weekend pay enhancements:
- Time and a half for evening and Saturday work
- Double time for night shifts, Sundays, and bank holidays
- Optional on-call rota:
- £100 standby rate
- £80–£120 per call-out
- Employee well-being programme
About the Role
You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, repairing, and installing a range of fire alarm and AOV systems across multiple sites across Kent/ South East
Key responsibilities: -Fire Alarm Engineer - Surrey, Kent & South-East (various locations)
- Service, maintain, and repair various fire alarm and AOV systems
- Fault diagnosis and rectification
- Installation and commissioning of fire safety devices
- Completing job reports and certification accurately
- Providing excellent customer service
- Communicating effectively with both office staff and management
About You
We’re looking for someone with a solid background in fire alarm systems and a professional, proactive attitude.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in servicing and maintaining fire alarm and AOV systems (public sector experience is a plus)
- UK driving licence (required)
- FIA qualifications (desirable – full training provided if needed)
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
Ready to Join Us?
At RGE, over 70% of our Contract Managers and Supervisors began their careers as engineers. If you’re ready to take the next step, learn new skills, and build a rewarding career with a company that genuinely supports its staff, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and move forward with your career at RGE.