Overview
Trainee Fire Alarm Engineer - Field-Based | North Birmingham- Derby, Stafford, Wolverhampton, Leicester. This is a brilliant entry point into a specialist fire protection business that's growing across the UK and actively expanding in North London and Middlesex. You'll start in extinguishers and be fully trained into alarm system servicing and installation, with fantastic long-term development.
What You'll Do
* Service, install, and troubleshoot portable fire extinguishers at customer construction sites.
* Learn and develop skills in fire alarm systems - starting with bespoke SiteProtect and SiteNet alarms.
* Conduct fire safety surveys and equipment fault-finding.
* Travel from site to site - door-to-door travel paid.
* Complete accurate paperwork via digital systems.
* Work independently and as part of a wider field-based team.
* Once trained, you'll join a rotating on-call roster (1 week every 6 months).
Requirements
* Experience in fire extinguisher servicing or a transferable background (CCTV, white goods, audio/visual, lighting, etc.).
* A full UK driving licence.
* BAFE certification (required).
* Good communication, time management, and a customer-first approach.
* Technical aptitude - switched on and eager to learn.
* Flexibility to travel daily and occasionally stay away.
* Fire alarm experience, IPAF/PASMA, CSCS/ECS or basic electrical skills? Even better!
What You'll Get
* £32,000 - £35,000 basic salary
* Quarterly bonus scheme
* Door-to-door travel paid
* Company van, fuel card, uniform, and tools
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
* Overtime at enhanced rates (1.25x weekdays, 1.5x Saturdays, 2x Sundays)
* Pension + company events + development courses
* Full week induction in Hereford (travel and accommodation covered)
* Assigned a buddy engineer for the first 4-6 weeks
* 6-month probation with excellent support
* Paid monthly - first 100 hours advanced in your first pay to avoid any unpaid period
Where You'll Be
Field-based across North Birmingham, Derby, Stafford, Wolverhampton, Leicester. Most jobs are on active construction sites, not finished buildings.
Apply now
If you're technically capable, willing to learn, and ready to develop a career in a growing and innovative fire safety company, we'd love to hear from you. You will be joining a supportive and well-structured service team led by experienced managers, with plenty of opportunity to grow.
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