Trainee Fire Alarm Engineer - Field-Based

Universal Business Team

  • Derby
  • £32,000-35,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Trainee Fire Alarm Engineer - Field-Based | North Birmingham- Derby, Stafford, Wolverhampton, Leicester
£32,000 - £35,000 + Bonus Scheme + Overtime | Door-to-Door Pay | Van & Fuel Provided
Full Training Provided | Growing Business | Strong Progression PathAre you a hands-on engineer with a technical mindset, looking to break into the fire safety and alarm systems sector? Do you currently work in fire extinguisher servicing, or have experience in a related technical trade like CCTV, white goods, or electrical installations?This is a brilliant entry point into a specialist fire protection business that's growing across the UK - and actively expanding in North London and Middlesex. You'll start in extinguishers and be fully trained into alarm system servicing and installation, with fantastic long-term development.What You'll Do:
  • Service, install, and troubleshoot portable fire extinguishers at customer construction sites.
  • Learn and develop skills in fire alarm systems - starting with their bespoke SiteProtect and SiteNet alarms.
  • Conduct fire safety surveys and equipment fault-finding.
  • Travel from site to site - door-to-door travel paid.
  • Complete accurate paperwork via digital systems.
  • Work independently and as part of a wider field-based team.
  • Once trained, you'll join a rotating on-call roster (1 week every 6 months).
Requirements:
  • Experience in fire extinguisher servicing or a transferable background (CCTV, white goods, audio/visual, lighting, etc.).
  • A full UK driving licence.
  • BAFE certification (required).
  • Good communication, time management, and a customer-first approach.
  • Technical aptitude - switched on and eager to learn.
  • Flexibility to travel daily and occasionally stay away.
  • Fire alarm experience, IPAF/PASMA, CSCS/ECS or basic electrical skills? Even better!
What You'll Get:
  • £32,000 - £35,000 basic salary
  • Quarterly bonus scheme
  • Door-to-door travel paid
  • Company van, fuel card, uniform, and tools
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
  • Overtime at enhanced rates (1.25x weekdays, 1.5x Saturdays, 2x Sundays)
  • Pension + company events + development courses
  • Full week induction in Hereford (travel and accommodation covered)
  • Assigned a buddy engineer for the first 4-6 weeks
  • 6-month probation with excellent support
  • Paid monthly - first 100 hours advanced in your first pay to avoid any unpaid period
Where You'll Be:Field-based across North Birmingham- Derby, Stafford, Wolverhampton, Leicester. Most jobs are on active construction sites, not finished buildings.If you're technically capable, willing to learn, and ready to develop a career in a growing and innovative fire safety company, we'd love to hear from you. You'll be joining a supportive and well-structured service team led by experienced managers, with plenty of opportunity to grow.Apply now or get in touch confidentially for a conversation.IND25

Universal Business Team