Senior Fire Engineer

Senior Fire Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Senior Fire Engineer for a Hertford based company, to carry out routine servicing, maintenance, fault finding and repairs on a range of fire alarm systems. The role is field based, with visits to commercial, residential and construction sites, ensuring systems are safe, compliant, and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission addressable and conventional fire alarm systems in line with current standards and manufacturer requirements.
• Carry out advanced fault finding on complex systems, identifying root cause and corrective actions.
• Configure system logic, cause and effect programming, and networked panel arrangements.
• Produce accurate commissioning documentation and technical reports.

You will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in commissioning & fault-finding for complex fire alarm systems
• Strong technical understanding of systems, programming, and diagnostics
• The ability to mentor, support, and influence other engineers
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and professional communication
• A proactive, accountable mindset with a commitment to doing the job right first time
• A qualification in BS7671
• Commissioning system experience

Employee Benefits

Competitive salary + overtime

Paid travel time after one hour each way

Company vehicle + fuel card

Mobile phone and laptop/tablet

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Weekend and overtime available at pro rate, always available

Despite our best efforts it is not always possible to respond to every application individually due to the high volume of responses we receive on each vacancy

Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days, please assume that you have not be successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will contact you when other suitable positions come in.