Fire Engineer
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,295 to £42,440 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | dn1 1ab |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ARC (Norwich) Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0000077820-43277 |
Summary
Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer
Location: Scunthorpe / Doncaster
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £28,295 – £42,440 per annum + overtime, travel time & out-of-hours retainer fees
Our client is seeking an experienced Fire Service & Maintenance Engineer to join a successful, growing, and highly motivated team. This role is primarily focused on PPM servicing, along with the maintenance, repair, and compliance of life safety systems. You will play a key role in ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across a variety of sites, working in different environments every day.
As an engineer, you will be trusted to act as the face of the business, engaging professionally with clients and consistently delivering excellent customer service.
About the Company
Our client is a leading national provider of fire safety, security, and electrical services to the Social Housing sector. Due to continued contract wins and business growth, they are expanding their engineering team and are looking for skilled professionals to carry out installations, inspections, testing, servicing, and repairs.
The company places strong emphasis on career progression, ongoing training, and above all, the safety of tenants. Attention to detail, pride in workmanship, and clear communication are essential to success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
• Service, maintain, and install fire alarm systems in line with BS5839-1, along with emergency lighting systems, nurse call, and access control systems
• Complete accurate engineer service reports
• Identify and report system deficiencies or deviations
• Inspect and maintain emergency lighting systems and associated equipment, including fire extinguishers and AOVs
• Carry out regular van stock checks and liaise with the Engineering Technical Supervisor and Procurement team to ensure adequate stock levels
• Maintain a strong Health & Safety focus, identifying risks and reporting concerns promptly
• Aim to achieve a first-time fix wherever possible
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
• A flexible approach to work, with a minimum of 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday) and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota
• A full UK driving licence
• Proven experience working with fire alarm systems, including analogue addressable and conventional systems
• FIA training (or equivalent) to BS5839-1 Fundamentals
• A strong understanding of BS5839 Part 1 and Part 6
• Good IT skills
• A solid understanding of workplace Health & Safety regulations
What’s on Offer
• Competitive basic salary of £28,295 – £42,440 per annum (based on 40 hours per week)
• Significant earning potential through overtime, travel time, and out-of-hours retainer fees
(Fire engineers typically work 45–50 hours per week, substantially increasing annual earnings)
• Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Mobile phone and tablet
• Full test equipment and power tools provided
Benefits
The company promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers an excellent benefits package, including:
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing app and mental health support
• Employee discount scheme
• Death-in-service insurance
• Company pension scheme