Small Works Fire Alarm Engineer

About T F Installations Ltd

T F Installations Ltd is a small, independent fire alarm company and Notifier ESD. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service, attention to detail and maintaining high standards across all our work.

Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, we are looking to expand our team and are seeking an experienced Small Works Fire Alarm Engineer to join us.

Why Work for TFI?

At TFI, we believe our engineers should feel valued, supported and listened to.

We are a small team with a friendly, family\-focused approach. Everyone has a voice, and we encourage our engineers to ask questions, share ideas and suggest improvements. There is no expectation that you should know everything — if you are stuck or need support, there is always someone available to help.

We believe in quality over quantity. Our engineers are given realistic workloads and enough time on site to complete jobs properly, provide excellent customer service and deliver quality workmanship.

We are looking for someone who wants to grow and develop with the company, while contributing to the high standards and reputation we have built.

About You

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience within the fire alarm industry.


• A good working knowledge of fire alarm systems, relevant regulations and British Standards.


• Experience working with different fire alarm systems, such as Advanced, C\-TEC, Morley and similar systems.


• Notifier experience would be an advantage, although full in\-house training can be provided.


• Excellent customer service and communication skills.


• Strong attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work.


• A willingness to learn, develop and grow with the company.


• The ability to work independently while also being a positive and supportive member of a small team.


• A professional attitude and the confidence to ask questions or seek assistance when required.

The role will primarily involve small works, fault finding and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on fire alarm systems, together with limited emergency lighting duties where appropriately trained and authorised.

Fire alarm servicing and PPM is expected to account for approximately 30% of the role.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carry out small works on fire alarm systems, including additions, alterations, device replacements, panel changes, cable installation and final connections, where competent and authorised.


• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing of fire alarm systems, expected to account for approximately 30% of the role. This will include routine inspection, functional testing, fault identification, investigation and reporting.


• Undertake limited emergency lighting duties where trained and authorised, including servicing support, operational checks, battery and lamp replacement, and replacement of fittings.


• Diagnose, investigate and rectify faults affecting fire alarm equipment, field devices, circuits, loops, power supplies and associated interfaces.


• Assist with commissioning and system verification, including sounder testing, device testing, cause\-and\-effect testing and other functional checks as required.


• Make recommendations for improvements to existing fire alarm systems where appropriate.


• Work safely at all times and comply with risk assessments, method statements, site rules, permit requirements and company health and safety procedures.


• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard, neatly and securely, in accordance with manufacturer instructions, company procedures, customer requirements and relevant British Standards.


• Accurately and promptly complete all required documentation, including job sheets, PPM records, emergency lighting service records, test sheets, certificates, photographs and handover documentation.


• Communicate professionally and effectively with customers, site contacts, colleagues and office staff, providing updates regarding progress, risks, delays, access issues and any additional works identified.


• Participate in the emergency on\-call rota on a 1\-in\-4 weekly basis, operating from Monday at 9:00am through to the following Monday at 5:00pm.


• Report defects, non\-compliances, safety concerns, access problems and any works falling outside the agreed scope to Rob, Laura or the nominated manager.


• Maintain a professional standard of conduct on customer premises, minimise disruption wherever possible and leave work areas clean, safe and tidy.


• Only undertake work within your level of competence, training and authorisation. Where a system is impaired or potentially unsafe, ensure the appropriate person is notified immediately and that the necessary actions are agreed and recorded.

The successful candidate should have a good understanding of:

• BS 5839\-1 – Fire detection and fire alarm systems.


• BS 5266 – Emergency lighting.


• Fire alarm inspection, testing, servicing and fault\-finding procedures.


• Fire alarm circuits, loops, field devices, power supplies and interfaces.


• Manufacturer requirements and system\-specific procedures.

On\-Call Requirement

The successful candidate will be required to participate in the company's emergency on\-call rota on a 1\-in\-4 basis.

The on\-call period will run from:

Monday 9:00am → following Monday 5:00pm

This will involve responding to emergency call\-outs, investigating faults and carrying out appropriate rectification works within the engineer's competence and authorisation.

What We Provide

You will be provided with everything you need to carry out your role effectively, including:

• Company van


• Tools


• PPE


• Company mobile phone


• Laptop


• Tablet for job paperwork


• Company uniform

• Competitive salary


• Bonus scheme


• Company pension


• Private medical insurance


• Company events and outings


• Company lunches


• Dedicated mental health support phone line


• Training and development opportunities


• Supportive, family\-focused working environment


• Realistic workloads with a strong focus on quality workmanship

Job Type: Full\-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8\-hour shift
Location: Field\-based / on the road
On\-call: 1 week in 4

Join the TFI Team

If you're an experienced fire alarm engineer looking for a company where quality matters, your opinion is valued and you're treated as part of the team, we'd love to hear from you.

At TFI, we don't believe in simply getting as many jobs completed as possible. We believe in doing the job properly, supporting our customers and taking pride in our workmanship.

If that sounds like the type of company you'd like to work for, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join T F Installations Ltd.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: From £37,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car


• Company events


• Company pension


• Private medical insurance

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