Mechanical Fire Suppression Engineer

Johnson Controls

  • Maidstone, Kent
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
What you will doWe’re hiring a site-based, static Mechanical Fire Suppression Engineer in Ashford, Kent, for one of our clients in the South East. You will join a team of on-site engineers delivering mechanical fire suppression services on a nuclear site. Strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and excellent customer service are essential. You’ll adapt to client needs and ensure high standards of safety, reliability, and communication.What we offer
  • Competitive salary
  • Overtime rates & door-to-door travel pay
  • Call-out rota payment
  • Company vehicle, fuel card & PPE
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays; paid sick leave
  • Full benefits package: matched pension, life assurance, EAP, referral scheme, retail discounts, cycle-to-work, and discounts on JCI security products
  • Extensive on-the-job and cross-training opportunities
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Access to employee resource groups
  • Training on company values and products
  • All necessary tools and equipment provided
  • Clear long-term career development pathways
How you will do it
  • Work on-site delivering mechanical fire suppression and detection tasks
  • Undertake necessary training for nuclear site operations
  • Occasionally support with electrical, gaseous & passive fire systems
  • Liaise with the client daily to receive work permits and instructions
  • Participate in the on-call rota (1 week on/off), site-only
  • Perform maintenance, commissioning, witness testing, and training
  • Report H&S issues or near-misses immediately
  • Complete documentation accurately and promptly
  • Adhere to all health & safety standards and promote company culture
What we look for
  • Experience on nuclear power stations preferred
  • Strong communication and people management skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Mechanical fire suppression background essential
  • Full UK driving licence required
  • Knowledge of passive fire protection desirable
  • Willingness to travel for training when needed
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Johnson Controls