Fire Alarm Engineer x2
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000.00 to £40,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 February 2026 |
| Location: | Poole, Dorset |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Project Start Recruitment Solutions Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | FireAlarmEng |
Summary
FIRE ALARM ENGINEER
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Our client is an extremely well-established engineering company that specialises in electrical installation and security systems services since 2006!
They offer a broad range of services across Dorset and the wider UK. Its offerings blend electrical contracting work with fire alarm, security, CCTV, access control, and related safety system design, installation and maintenance. Our client currently has an exciting opportunity for an experience Fire Alarm Engineer to join their growing team. It’s a great opportunity to be part of a team that’s expanding its business, growing its client portfolio and to be part of a thriving team where progression is available.
COMPANY USPs
Experience & Longevity - With more than three decades of experience in the electrical and fire alarm industry, this long history supports a depth of know-how across both electrical projects and life-safety systems.
Fully Guaranteed & Insured Work - All services are fully guaranteed and insured, giving clients confidence in both workmanship and long-term support.
Broad, End-to-End Service Offering - The company provides a comprehensive suite of services across electrical work, fire safety and security systems - including fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, fire sprinkler systems, and maintenance plans. This means clients can source multiple related services from one provider rather than coordinating separate contractors.
JOB PURPOSE
You will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of fire detection and alarm systems across domestic, commercial, and industrial sites. The role ensures all systems are compliant with BS 5839, current legislation, and client requirements.
Install, commission, and maintain conventional, addressable, and wireless fire alarm systems
Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and testing in line with BS 5839
Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently to minimise system downtime
Complete system upgrades and modifications where required
Conduct site surveys and risk assessments
Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and other contractors
Offer technical advice and practical fire safety solutions to customers
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS
Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer or Fire & Security Engineer
Strong knowledge of BS 5839 (Parts 1 & 6)
Ability to fault-find and work independently
Good understanding of electrical principles
Electrical qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds) – desirable
Full UK driving licence – essential
Experience working under BAFE / SSAIB-aligned standards – advantageous
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary OTE £42K + (Basic + overtime & bonuses)
Uniform & PPE
Engineer Referral scheme bonus
Paid overtime
Sales Referral scheme bonus
Sick Pay *
Birthday holiday *
Additional Xmas holidays (generally 3 days on top of your allowance, 32 days in total)
Travel time paid over 30 mins
Working hours 8am – 4.30pm + any overtime
Call outs paid home to home and standby payment (day in lieu if on a Bank Holiday)
A van and fuel card for business travel
Mobile phone/tablet
Xmas Bonus
Company Events & Team Building
* after successful probation period
If you are interested in this role, please contact Martin on 07467 346417 or email martin@projectstart.co.uk
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Our client is an extremely well-established engineering company that specialises in electrical installation and security systems services since 2006!
They offer a broad range of services across Dorset and the wider UK. Its offerings blend electrical contracting work with fire alarm, security, CCTV, access control, and related safety system design, installation and maintenance. Our client currently has an exciting opportunity for an experience Fire Alarm Engineer to join their growing team. It’s a great opportunity to be part of a team that’s expanding its business, growing its client portfolio and to be part of a thriving team where progression is available.
COMPANY USPs
Experience & Longevity - With more than three decades of experience in the electrical and fire alarm industry, this long history supports a depth of know-how across both electrical projects and life-safety systems.
Fully Guaranteed & Insured Work - All services are fully guaranteed and insured, giving clients confidence in both workmanship and long-term support.
Broad, End-to-End Service Offering - The company provides a comprehensive suite of services across electrical work, fire safety and security systems - including fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, fire sprinkler systems, and maintenance plans. This means clients can source multiple related services from one provider rather than coordinating separate contractors.
JOB PURPOSE
You will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of fire detection and alarm systems across domestic, commercial, and industrial sites. The role ensures all systems are compliant with BS 5839, current legislation, and client requirements.
Install, commission, and maintain conventional, addressable, and wireless fire alarm systems
Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and testing in line with BS 5839
Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently to minimise system downtime
Complete system upgrades and modifications where required
Conduct site surveys and risk assessments
Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and other contractors
Offer technical advice and practical fire safety solutions to customers
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS
Proven experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer or Fire & Security Engineer
Strong knowledge of BS 5839 (Parts 1 & 6)
Ability to fault-find and work independently
Good understanding of electrical principles
Electrical qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds) – desirable
Full UK driving licence – essential
Experience working under BAFE / SSAIB-aligned standards – advantageous
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary OTE £42K + (Basic + overtime & bonuses)
Uniform & PPE
Engineer Referral scheme bonus
Paid overtime
Sales Referral scheme bonus
Sick Pay *
Birthday holiday *
Additional Xmas holidays (generally 3 days on top of your allowance, 32 days in total)
Travel time paid over 30 mins
Working hours 8am – 4.30pm + any overtime
Call outs paid home to home and standby payment (day in lieu if on a Bank Holiday)
A van and fuel card for business travel
Mobile phone/tablet
Xmas Bonus
Company Events & Team Building
* after successful probation period
If you are interested in this role, please contact Martin on 07467 346417 or email martin@projectstart.co.uk