Fire Alarms Lead Technician
FCDO Services
About the job
Job summary
Fire Alarm Lead Technician£35,510 - £44,197 plus, £1,750 location allowance and excellent benefits, including a Civil Service pension
Based in Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes, MK19 7BH, with the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business need
You're an expert in fire alarm systems, dedicated to upholding standards and finding effective solutions. Put simply, you’ve got the kind of skills that keep people and places safe. Now let’s apply them to globally impactful projects.
Job description
At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests around the world. We design and construct secure government buildings. We courier diplomatic packages across continents. We help earthquake-proof embassies. And a whole lot more besides. As a Fire Alarm Lead Technician, you’ll help us to support government customers by installing and maintaining fire alarm systems.Keep safety systems running smoothly worldwide
Each day in this role, you'll be the person making sure our customers’ fire alarm systems are always reliable and fully operational. Whether you’re producing material lists from CAD drawings, overseeing installations with precision, or conducting diagnostic checks to uncover faults, your expertise and dedication will shine through in all you do.
Beyond safety, collaboration is also vital in this role. You'll be working closely with design engineers to turn their plans into reality. Alongside the electrical team, you'll provide essential support during installations. And when it comes to air conditioning projects, you'll play a crucial role in coordinating IT resources, tools, equipment, and work instructions.
Support colleagues' growth as you enhance your own
As an expert in this field, you'll freely share your knowledge of fire alarm systems with colleagues, helping them develop their understanding. Along with this, you'll make sure project managers stay in the loop to keep everything running smoothly for customers and stakeholders.
With two years of hands-on experience in the world of fire alarm systems, you've not only gained technical confidence but also a strong understanding of various systems, including Gent Vigilon. Additionally, your knowledge of BS 5839 British Standards and knowledge of electrical installations make you a well-rounded professional, ready to tackle any exciting challenges that come your way.
Discover a career that could take you anywhere
When you join us, you’ll be helping to protect the nation’s interests at home and overseas. This is a role with global reach, so you’ll need to be willing to travel where projects need you. In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary, 25 days’ annual leave and an excellent Civil Service pension. You’ll also have access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
And while on-site at Hanslope Park, you’ll have access to an on-site gym, nursery, canteen, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. Above all else, you’ll feel pride in doing work that helps us protect people, information, and assets here and overseas. It’s time to do your job, bigger.
A note on security clearance
Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting on our website: https://www.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/
It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world
The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
Hanslope Park based posts attract a Location Allowance of £1,750 per annum.
FCDO Services are regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
Person specification
Essential:
• 2+ years working with Fire alarm Systems, including Gent Vigilon.
• Knowledge of British Standards, BS 5839.
• Previous experience of a similar role working for a maintenance/FM contractor.
• Be technically confident and familiar with all types of conventional and
addressable fire alarm systems.
• Substantial experience of electrical installations
Desirable:
• ECS card
• Manufacturer training (GENT)
• FIA (Fire Industry Association) training/qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Experience of coaching other fire alarm technicians and/or leading complex fire
alarm projects
• Experience of working in overseas environments and/or without close supervision
Benefits
Alongside your salary of £35,510, FCDO Services contributes £9,587 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
Shortlisting will be conducted against Job Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience
outlined in the Role Profile.
Interviews will be conducted using a mixture of behaviours and Job Specific questions,
presentation or Job Specific exercise.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).
See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.