Field Based Electrical Maintenance and Fire Safety Engineer
14 hours ago
Sheffield
Field Based Electrical Maintenance and Fire Safety Engineer Pay: £40,000 - £45,000 per year Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday to Friday (including some nights away each week) About the Role Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced Field-Based Electrical Maintenance & Fire Safety Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll carry out installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of electrical systems, fire detection systems, and portable fire extinguishers across a variety of commercial and industrial sites. This is a field-based position requiring travel to client premises, so flexibility and autonomy are essential. Key Responsibilities • Install, inspect, and maintain low-voltage electrical installations in accordance with BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), • Test, service, and maintain fire detection and alarm systems to BS 5839-1 standards, • Carry out inspection, maintenance, and recharging of fire extinguishers in line with BS 5306-3/8/9, • Complete and submit accurate reports, safety documentation, and compliance records, • Diagnose faults and propose appropriate corrective actions, • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety procedures and fire safety legislation, • Ensure all jobs, maintenance or remedial works are attended to where possible, escalate to your line manager and the once if delays or difficulties are encountered, • Practice good housekeeping onsite and in vehicle, • Identify quality of work, rectify any mistakes that have occurred Qualifications & Experience • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical Installation or equivalent, • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671), • FIA Qualified in Fire Detection & Alarm System Design / Maintenance (or willingness to obtain), • BAFE SP101 or equivalent qualification for extinguisher servicing, • Valid ECS Card or CSCS Card, • Full UK Driving Licence What They’re Looking For • Strong understanding of electrical systems and fire safety standards, • Excellent time management and self-motivation, • Professional, courteous, and customer-focused attitude, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the fire and security experience, • Basic IT knowledge, e.g. software installation into Windows Operating Systems, IP based systems, and networking principles, • Demonstrates a logical and highly competent approach to the installation of Fire, • Detection and Alarm Systems What They Offer • Competitive salary with overtime opportunities, • Fully equipped company van and tools, • Ongoing training and career development, • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, • Contractual sick pay (after probation), • Supportive team culture and opportunities for progression