Join Our Team as a Fire Detection Field Service Specialist
Field based role on Land, Offshore & Overseas
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Fire Detection Field Service Specialist to join our dynamic Marine Service team. You’ll be responsible for servicing and commissioning fire detection systems on naval vessels, commercial marine projects, including offshore and overseas assignments.
What We Offer
1. Competitive salary and company car
2. On-site/offshore allowances and overtime payments
3. 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays and sick pay
4. Door-to-door pay (from leaving home to returning home)
5. All travel and mobilisation costs covered and work from home when not on site
6. Comprehensive benefits: 7% matched pension, free life assurance, employee assistance programme, referral scheme, discounts on high street brands and Johnson Controls products, cycle-to-work scheme
7. The opportunity for additional earnings through our Ship2Shore programme
Key Responsibilities
Service & Maintenance
8. Perform planned and reactive servicing of marine fire detection and alarm systems (smoke, heat, multi-sensors, aspirating detectors, RRSS, water mist)
9. Diagnose, repair, and upgrade equipment to manufacturer and statutory standards
10. Complete detailed service reports and log all site work
Commissioning
11. Lead or support commissioning of new and upgraded systems on vessels and offshore installations
12. Carry out programming, integration, and functional testing
13. Collaborate with electrical, automation, and shipbuilding teams
Graphics Systems
14. Install, configure, and troubleshoot fire alarm graphics interfaces (annunciators, HMI systems)
15. Ensure accurate real-time system status
16. Liaise with software providers and customer IT teams
Customer Support
17. Provide technical guidance to vessel crews and operators
18. Deliver training sessions and demonstrations
19. Represent the company professionally on board and in project meetings
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
20. Proven Electrical Engineering experience
21. Degree or qualification in Electrical/Electronic or Control & Instrumentation Engineering
22. Ability to interpret client technical specifications
23. Minimum 3 years’ experience servicing and commissioning fire detection systems (BS 5839)
24. Familiarity with major brands (Autronica, Tyco, Siemens, Consilium, Kidde, etc.)
25. Hands-on experience with graphics systems and HMI interfaces
26. Knowledge of SOLAS, IMO, and marine safety regulations
27. Full UK driving licence
28. Willingness to work offshore and overseas
Desirable
29. Marine/offshore field experience
30. Knowledge of Ethernet/IP networks and serial interfaces
31. Offshore safety training (BOSIET, HUET, STCW) – training provided if not held
32. PLC integration experience
33. SC security clearance (background check required)
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a team that values expertise, safety, and innovation. You’ll work on cutting-edge marine projects and grow your career within a global organisation.
Apply today and help us shape a safer future both on land & at sea.
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