Fire Alarm Service Engineer
Location: Newcastle & Sunderland Area
Salary: £36,000+ per annum + Benefits
Hours: Monday-Friday, Day Shifts
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Service Engineer looking for your next challenge?
A growing and reputable fire & life safety specialist is expanding its field team across the North East and is looking for a skilled engineer to support sites across Newcastle, Sunderland, and the surrounding areas.
This is a hands-on role focused on servicing, maintenance, and fault finding, ensuring life safety systems remain fully compliant and operational.
Key Responsibilities
* Service, maintain, and carry out small works on Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting systems
* Perform inspections, testing, diagnostics, and fault finding
* Respond to reactive callouts and planned maintenance visits
* Work on systems including Fire Alarms, Emergency Lighting, Disabled Alarms, and Disabled Refuge Systems
* Produce clear and accurate technical reports
* Deliver excellent customer service and communicate effectively on-site
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in fire alarm servicing and maintenance
* Strong knowledge of fire alarm and emergency lighting systems
* Previous field-based experience and willingness to travel locally
* Confident in fault-finding and diagnostics
* Strong customer-facing skills
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Experience working in commercial environments
Desirable
* Level 3 EAL / FIA qualification (or similar)
* Knowledge of BS 5839-1, BS 5266, and 17th Edition
* Interest in developing into a multi-skilled engineer
The Package
* Salary from £36,000+
* Overtime and commission available (OTE potential)
* Company Van
* Monday-Friday day shifts
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Enhanced overtime rates
* 1 in 5 callout rota (£175 standby payment)
* Pension Scheme
* Sick Pay, Mental Health Support, Online Discounts About Precision People
Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales, and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership.
Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates' expectations.
Interested?
To apply for the Fire Alarm Service Engineer position, here are your two options:
1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Kirsty Reeves on
2. 0116 254 5411
3. between 8.00 am - 5.00 pm.
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