Fire Extinguisher Technician

Ripple Effect Consulting; Redcar; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and security service provider in the UK seeks an experienced Fire Extinguisher Technician to provide maintenance and service for various clients in the North East. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining fire extinguishers and suppression systems, while building strong client relationships. Candidates must have relevant qualifications, proven experience, and strong customer service skills. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for progression are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid travel time and overtime opportunities

Royal London pension

Life assurance at 4x annual salary

Generous paid holidays plus bank holidays

Paid referral scheme

Mental health and well-being support

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the maintenance and servicing of fire extinguishers is essential.
• Relevant qualifications such as BAFE, FETA, or an equivalent certification.
• Capable of working independently and confidently diagnosing and resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service and maintenance of fire extinguishers and hose reels.
• Install, service, and maintain portable fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Problem-solving skills

Education

BAFE or FETA certification

Driver’s licence

Job description

Fire Extinguisher Technician - North West

Marlowe Fire & Security are the fastest growing fire & security business in the UK. From initial design, supply and installation, through to ongoing maintenance and monitoring, we maintain the capability to help prevent, detect and monitor Fire and Security risks for our customers up and down the country. We are currently looking to appoint an experienced Portable Fire Extinguisher Engineer specifically covering the North East region.

Job Overview

• Basic Salary Competitive (OTE £38,000 Including Basic Salary, Overtime, Travel Time & Commission)
• Pension, Life Assurance & much more. – Please see our generous remuneration packages below

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service and maintenance of fire extinguishers, hose reels, and fire suppression systems for a diverse range of local clients.
• Install, service, and maintain portable fire extinguishers, hose reels, and kitchen fire suppression systems.
• Adhere to current industry standards and customer specifications.
• Plan and conduct service visits efficiently to meet customer needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Manage equipment and vehicle stock effectively.
• Contribute to a professional team environment while maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in the maintenance and servicing of fire extinguishers is essential
• Relevant qualifications such as BAFE, FETA, or an equivalent certification
• Background in mechanical fire service or related technical fields
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
• Capable of working independently and confidently diagnosing and resolving issues
• Willingness to travel as required and participate in ongoing training and development
• Experience with additional mechanical fire systems is highly advantageous
• A valid driver’s licence is required

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary, plus paid travel time, commission, and overtime opportunities
• Royal London pension for long-term financial security
• Life assurance at 4x your annual salary
• Generous paid holidays plus bank holidays
• An additional day of holiday for each full year of service, up to 25 days
• A paid referral scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, with no limit
• Mental health and well-being support
• Employee recognition scheme that rewards hard work and achievements
• Training, development, and genuine opportunities for progression

About the Company

We proudly operate across the nation, serving a wide range of industries in both commercial and domestic settings. Our goal is to provide fire and security solutions tailored to the specific needs of our customers. Each of our solutions is crafted to meet the unique compliance standards of the industries we serve, helping them ensure site security and protect their teams.

Our Commitments

We are large enough to provide comprehensive, industry‑leading solutions, yet small enough to deliver a personal and caring service to each client.

Our Businesses Include

• Alarm Communications (acl.uk.com/careers)
• Clymac (clymac.co.uk/careers)
• FAFS Fire & Security (fafsfireandsecurity.com/careers)
• Marlowe Kitchen Fire Suppression (marlowe-fireandsecurity.com/vacancies/)
• Morgan Fire Protection (morganfire.co.uk/recruitment/)
• Marlowe Smoke Control (marlowe-aov.co.uk/careers/)
• Marlowe Fire & Security (marlowe-fireandsecurity.com/vacancies/)

Equal Opportunities

At Marlowe Fire & Security Group, we cultivate a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive environment where everyone can truly be themselves. We celebrate individuality and believe that a culture of inclusion helps us better serve our customers and innovate as a team. Our commitment to equal opportunities means we're here to support you—if you need any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, just let us know. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives.

Right to Work

Regrettably, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship.

If you do not currently have the Right to Work in the UK or will need additional support to extend your current Right to Work status, your application cannot be considered.