Fire Alarm Engineer

? Fire Alarm Engineer

? Base: Greenwich + 3 nearby projects across London & the South East
? Salary: £45,000 – £56,000 (DOE) + company van & fuel card
? Recruiter: CBW Recruitment, on behalf of a leading FM company specialising in MEP & Public Health

? About the Client Our client is a well-established Facilities Management provider, delivering expert Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health services.

With a strong reputation across commercial, residential, public sector, and industrial sites, they are also a trusted name in fire safety solutions.

? The Role CBW Recruitment is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to support three local projects in the Greenwich area.

This role is focused on servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of fire alarm and life safety systems (no commissioning).

You’ll ensure compliance with current standards while providing first-class support to clients.

✅ Key Duties

• Service, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems across three designated projects.
  
  
• Carry out fault-finding and remedial works (excluding commissioning).
  
  
• Inspect emergency lighting, interfaces, and related safety systems.
  
  
• Complete accurate compliance reports and documentation (BS 5839, BAFE, FIA).
  
  
• Attend client call-outs, delivering excellent customer service on-site.
  
  
• Travel locally with use of company or personal van + fuel card.
  
  

• FIA (or equivalent) fire alarm qualifications – City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 desirable.
  
  
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Fire Alarm Engineer within FM or commercial settings.
  
  
• Full UK driving licence and own van (essential).
  
  
• Valid CSCS/CPCS card; Emergency Lighting, AOV, First Aid, or Asbestos Awareness certificates are advantageous.
  
  
• Solid fault-finding skills and knowledge of BS 5839, BAFE/FIA standards.
  
  
• Strong communicator with excellent client-facing skills.
  
  

• £48k – £56k salary (depending on experience).
  
  
• Company or personal van with fuel card for local travel.
  
  
• Permanent role with progression opportunities (Senior Engineer / Team Lead).
  
  
• Manage only 3 local projects – reduced travel & better work/life balance.
  
  
• Supportive environment with exposure to wider MEP & Public Health projects.