fire alarm engineer - #1787187

Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer Location: Glasgow, Scotland Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per year (Depending on Experience) Benefits: Company Vehicle | Fuel Card | Overtime | Tools Provided | Training & Development Opportunities

We are working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded name within the fire and security sector to find a Fire Alarm Engineer to join their growing team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career with a company that invests in its staff and encourages personal and professional growth.

You will play a key role in ensuring the protection and safety of clients across multiple sectors, using your skills to deliver high-quality service and technical expertise.

As a Fire Alarm Engineer, you will be responsible for the service, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of fire alarm systems across commercial, residential, and industrial premises. From routine maintenance visits to diagnosing complex faults, your work will ensure that clients are fully compliant with fire safety standards and that their systems remain operational and reliable.

You will work with leading manufacturers such as Gent Advance, Kentec, C-Tec, Menvier, Fireguard, Hochiki, and Ziton, making this an excellent role for engineers with multi-brand experience or those keen to further develop their knowledge.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a wide range of fire alarm systems.

• Diagnose faults quickly and efficiently, providing effective repairs and solutions.

• Complete system testing, commissioning, and certification in line with industry standards.

• Prepare accurate reports on system status, faults found, and work completed.

• Ensure compliance with relevant British Standards (such as BS 5839-1), health & safety regulations, and company procedures.

• Deliver a high standard of customer service, acting as the face of the business on client sites.

• Liaise with clients to explain system issues and advise on recommended remedial work.

• Proven experience in servicing, maintaining, and repairing fire alarm systems.

• Knowledge of systems from manufacturers including Gent, Kentec, C-Tec, Menvier, Fireguard, Hochiki, or Ziton (training can be provided on certain systems if needed).

• Full UK driving license (essential).

• Strong diagnostic skills and technical understanding.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a team.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Based within a reasonable commuting distance to Glasgow.

• Competitive Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per year, depending on experience.

• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card provided for work-related travel.

• Regular Paid Overtime: Great earning potential for engineers willing to go the extra mile.

• Training & Development: Opportunities to gain additional qualifications and manufacturer-specific training.

• Tools, Uniform, and PPE Provided: Everything you need to get the job done.

• Be part of a supportive, professional, and forward-thinking team.

If you are an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer looking for your next career move with a supportive employer that values its staff, apply today.

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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