Do you cover Manchester and the North West?

Yes. We design, install and maintain fire alarm, security and nurse call systems across Manchester, Cheadle, Stockport and the wider North West.

Are you BAFE registered?

Yes. RMEC is BAFE and SSAIB registered (CHES122).

Do you offer maintenance contracts?

Yes. Maintenance contracts include planned servicing, certificates and out-of-hours support.

Vacancies | Fire Alarm Engineer

Fire Alarm Engineer

Location: Manchester and the North West
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience
Type: Full time

About the role

We are looking for a qualified fire alarm engineer to join our team. You will carry out installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection systems across Manchester, Cheadle, Stockport and the wider North West.

You will work on a mix of commercial, education and industrial sites, including new-build projects and planned maintenance contracts. Support is available from experienced colleagues, and you will have a company van, laptop and phone.

A typical week

Work is varied. One day you may be commissioning a new system at a school; the next you could be on planned maintenance or a fault call. You will plan your own route, complete job sheets and certificates, and liaise with site contacts.

We work mainly Monday to Friday. Out-of-hours cover is shared across the team for maintenance contract customers.

About RMEC

RMEC Fire & Security is based in Cheadle and serves Manchester and the North West. We are BAFE and SSAIB registered (CHES122), and the team has over 60 years of combined experience. You will be joining a small, experienced team with proper support and clear standards.

What you will do

Install and commission fire alarm systems to BS 5839
Carry out planned maintenance and fault-finding
Complete test certificates and job documentation
Liaise with customers and site contacts professionally
Work to agreed programmes and quality standards

What we are looking for

Proven experience as a fire alarm engineer
Knowledge of BS 5839 and relevant British Standards
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
FIA TAP scheme registration or willingness to join (preferred)
Enhanced DBS check and security vetting to BS 7858 will be required

What we offer

Salary £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience
Company van
Laptop and phone
Varied work across commercial and education sites
Support from an experienced team
BAFE and SSAIB registered company (CHES122)

How to apply

Complete the form below with your details. Please also email your CV to [email protected], or call 0161 241 0211 to discuss the role.

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