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Service Engineer – Mechanical

Global Fire & Security
London
2 weeks ago
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Overview

Service Engineer – Ansul & Fire Extinguisher

Global Fire and Security Systems

Field Based – Opportunities Nationwide

Full Time – £DOE + Door to Door + Overtime + On Call and Call out

https://www.globalfireandsecurity.co.uk/

WELCOME TO GLOBAL

We provide solutions from standards, experience and technology, that create seamless interaction within the environments of our customers, to satisfy their needs today and tomorrow.

Global Fire and Security Systems are an independent company established in Nottingham since 1999. We have since developed into market leaders in providing quality product solutions throughout the fire and security marketplace nationwide.

Thanks to a combined wealth of knowledge and experience between our directors, Global have become industry experts in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire safety, fire suppression and security systems.

Due to continued growth and market development, we are now seeking to appoint a number of Service Engineers – Ansul & Fire Extinguishers, to be field based covering various regions throughout the UK.

Job Purpose
  • To carry out servicing and maintenance of portable extinguishers and Ansul fire suppression systems.
  • To ensure all planned maintenance is carried out in line with its scheduled date.
  • To ensure the company Health and Safety policy is adhered to.
  • To ensure compliance with the GFS management system as it applies to this position
Key Accountabilities
  • To carry out fire extinguisher and Ansul fire suppression system servicing and remedials at various sites such as restaurants and hotels.
  • Providing a good level of customer service and professional manner at all times.
  • Arranging your own diary and booking in appointments with clients.
  • Completing paperwork and reports to be sent back in a timely manner.
  • Take part in the on call rota alongside your colleagues.
  • To ensure that all equipment and services are maintained and operated in a safe condition to comply with Health & Safety
  • To monitor regular inspection procedures (preventative maintenance programme) of equipment. Record inspection reports
  • To keep logs of inspection reports and remedial work
  • To have working knowledge of statutory regulations and to ensure awareness of all safety procedures
About You
  • Demonstrable experience of servicing and maintenance of portable extinguishers and Ansul fire suppression systems
  • Qualifications to service fire extinguishers and Ansul fire suppression systems in accordance with British Standards.
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety and safe working practices
  • Strong customer care focus
  • Be proactive and capable of anticipating potential faults
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Able to work at heights of up to 3 metres and lift weights of up to 25kg
  • UK Driving Licence.
Does this sound like you?

Then we would love to hear from you, send us your CV using the link below.

Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don’t perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

We are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across our business.


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