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Fire Alarm Engineer ( Life Safety Systems), Bolton
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Crooton
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Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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5
Posted:
22.06.2025
Expiry Date:
06.08.2025
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Job Description:
Life Safety Systems Engineer ( Fire Alarms) - Electrical
Location:Home-based with primary coverage across Lancashire & the North West. Occasional UK travel and overnight stays may be required (all expenses covered).
Salary:Circa £35,000 (Negotiable DOE) OTE:£40,000+ per annum with regular overtime, weekend work, and a performance-related bonus scheme.
You'll start with a 12-week paid probation period, receiving structured hands-on training alongside our lead engineers and field managers. Upon successful assessment, you'll move to independent work, with increased earning potential and eligibility for the emergency support rota.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Carrying out maintenance, fault-finding, small works, and modifications on life safety systems (fire alarms, emergency lighting, etc.)
Completing electronic reports to meet British Standards and company procedures
Participating in an emergency support rota (1 week in 6, once assessed)
Committing to continual professional development through internal and external training
What You’ll Need:
Minimum Requirements: Life Safety Systems Engineer - Electrical - Lancashire & the North West
2+ years’ experience with life safety systems (maintenance, commissioning, modifications)
Strong communication skills – verbal and written
Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Full UK Driving Licence (max 3 points)
Technically minded with a desire to learn and grow
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
City & Guilds 231, 17th Edition, or equivalent qualifications
FIA/IFEDA certified in fire alarm installation, commissioning, and maintenance
Experience with equipment from brands like Gent, Hochiki, Apollo, Advanced, Kentec, etc.
Knowledge of UK statutory requirements for life safety systems
What We Offer: Life Safety Systems Engineer - Electrical - Lancashire & the North West
Competitive salary with bonus opportunities
Estate car or van, mobile phone, laptop, test equipment & PPE
Full in-house and external training
Paid call-out rota retainer
Contributory pension (salary sacrifice)
Subsidised private healthcare
Mental health and wellbeing support
Loyalty holiday scheme and Christmas shutdown
Ready to Grow Your Career?
This is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to work for a company that values its team and invests in their future. Many of our top engineers have advanced to senior roles thanks to our structured career progression pathways.
rApply now and take the next step in your engineering career!
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