Fire Alarm Engineer
CV-LibrarySale, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 29 April 2026
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£33,000 - £40,000 + Overtime + Call Out + Weekly Pay
A growing, independently run fire detection specialist is looking to add an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to its close-knit team. With a strong reputation for quality delivery and a low staff turnover, this is an opportunity to join a business where engineers are genuinely valued and not just a number.
With a team of around 13 staff, including 6 engineers, the company has built steady growth through long-term client relationships and consistent standards across installation, service, and commissioning.
What's on Offer
Basic salary £33,000 - £42,000 (flexible for highly experienced engineers)
Weekly pay structure
Paid travel time after 30 minutes each way
Overtime available
Call out rota 1 in 5:
£100 standby payment
Double time when called out
Additional dispatch fee per job
Primarily North West-based work
No overnight stays required (none in the past 12 months)
Stable, supportive working environment within a small team
The Role
Installation, servicing, maintenance and commissioning of fire alarm systems
Working across a range of sites including commercial and industrial environments
Fault finding and diagnostics on open protocol systems
Completing accurate service reports and documentation
Ensuring all work complies with relevant industry standards
Occasional work on emergency lighting and fire extinguishers
Managing your own workload while supporting a small engineering team
Systems & Equipment
Open protocol fire alarm systems
Commonly working with C-Tec, Advanced, and Morley panels
What We're Looking For
Proven experience working on fire alarm systems (install, service & commissioning)
FIA qualifications or equivalent (preferred)
Strong fault-finding ability and understanding of fire systems
Experience with emergency lighting and extinguishers (advantageous)
Electrical qualifications (beneficial, not essential)
Knowledge of industry standards and compliance requirements (e.g. BAFE)
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
Full UK driving licenceThis is an ideal role for an engineer who prefers working in a smaller, more personal environment where your work is recognised, your input matters, and you're not lost in a large corporate structure.
If you're looking for a stable role with a strong pipeline of work and a business that looks after its engineers, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
INDAV
£33,000 - £40,000 + Overtime + Call Out + Weekly Pay
A growing, independently run fire detection specialist is looking to add an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer to its close-knit team. With a strong reputation for quality delivery and a low staff turnover, this is an opportunity to join a business where engineers are genuinely valued and not just a number.
With a team of around 13 staff, including 6 engineers, the company has built steady growth through long-term client relationships and consistent standards across installation, service, and commissioning.
What's on Offer
Basic salary £33,000 - £42,000 (flexible for highly experienced engineers)
Weekly pay structure
Paid travel time after 30 minutes each way
Overtime available
Call out rota 1 in 5:
£100 standby payment
Double time when called out
Additional dispatch fee per job
Primarily North West-based work
No overnight stays required (none in the past 12 months)
Stable, supportive working environment within a small team
The Role
Installation, servicing, maintenance and commissioning of fire alarm systems
Working across a range of sites including commercial and industrial environments
Fault finding and diagnostics on open protocol systems
Completing accurate service reports and documentation
Ensuring all work complies with relevant industry standards
Occasional work on emergency lighting and fire extinguishers
Managing your own workload while supporting a small engineering team
Systems & Equipment
Open protocol fire alarm systems
Commonly working with C-Tec, Advanced, and Morley panels
What We're Looking For
Proven experience working on fire alarm systems (install, service & commissioning)
FIA qualifications or equivalent (preferred)
Strong fault-finding ability and understanding of fire systems
Experience with emergency lighting and extinguishers (advantageous)
Electrical qualifications (beneficial, not essential)
Knowledge of industry standards and compliance requirements (e.g. BAFE)
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
Full UK driving licenceThis is an ideal role for an engineer who prefers working in a smaller, more personal environment where your work is recognised, your input matters, and you're not lost in a large corporate structure.
If you're looking for a stable role with a strong pipeline of work and a business that looks after its engineers, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
INDAV