About the Role
Fire Alarm Installation Engineer
M25 & Home Counties (Ideal candidate located close to the M25)Up to £45,000 Basic SalaryAverage Package: £53,000–£58,000 OTECompany Vehicle Provided (Toyota Corolla Van)Aviva Pension & Benenden HealthcareAll Equipment Provided
We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Installation Engineer to join a growing and forward-thinking fire protection business. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an expanding company investing heavily in training, development, and long-term progression.
Due to continued business growth, this role offers genuine career development within an organisation that operates its own in-house training academy and holds Smoke Control accreditation — one of a limited number within the industry.
Salary & Benefits
Up to £45,000 basic salary
Overtime paid at:
Time & a half (after 7pm & Saturdays)
Double time (Sundays)
Call-out rota:
£100–£120 standby fee
Additional call-out payments
Average £10,000 OTE - £53k to £58k average package
Typical overall package: £53,000–£58,000
Company vehicle (Toyota Corolla Van)
All tools and equipment supplied
Aviva pension scheme
Benenden Healthcare
Structured onboarding and development programme
Key Responsibilities
Installation of fire alarm systems across commercial sites within the M25 and Home Counties
Installation of containment systems including tray, trunking, basket and conduit
Running and terminating fire alarm cables
Reading and interpreting technical drawings and installation plans
Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in compliance with relevant regulations
Working independently on site once fully inducted
Supporting project delivery and maintaining professional site conduct
Requirements
Minimum 2 years’ experience installing fire alarm systems
Strong understanding of BS 5839 standards
Experience with containment and cabling installation
Ability to interpret drawings and site plans
High attention to detail and quality workmanship
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
FIA, Zeuss, or equivalent qualification
Full UK Driving Licence
Training & Development
Investment in professional development
Access to dedicated in-house training academy
Structured induction process:
1-day office onboarding (including H&S training)
Vehicle handover
Buddy system for first 2–4 weeks until confident working independently
Clear opportunities for progression within a growing business
Interview Process
Initial Teams call
Face-to-face interview with both Managing Directors onsite in Chatham
If you are a skilled Fire Alarm Installation Engineer looking for strong earning potential, excellent benefits, and genuine long-term career development, we would like to hear from you.
Tech Stack
fire alarm installationBS 5839containment systemscable terminationtechnical drawingstrunkingconduittray and basket