Trainee Fire Extinguisher Technician

Salary & Benefits£31,000 basic salary Performance bonus (OTE up to 11%) - Last year’s average bonus: £3,500 Company van & fuel card (after training) Pension (auto-enrolment) Fully funded training & qualifications Quarterly engineer meetings Annual company staff day Working PatternMonday to Friday 7:00am – 4:30pm Travel mainly across the South East (London, Kent, M25) Occasional wider UK travel Overnight stays not required, but flexibility is appreciated Role OverviewAre you practical, hands-on, and looking to build a long-term career in a growing industry? We’re looking for a Fire Extinguisher Technician to join our client’s expanding engineering team — no prior fire industry experience needed. If you enjoy being out on the road, solving problems, and delivering great service, this could be the perfect next step. What You’ll Be DoingAs a Fire Extinguisher Technician, you’ll be the face of the business on client sites across the South East. Your role will focus on keeping workplaces safe and compliant by servicing, installing, and maintaining essential fire safety equipment. Your day-to-day will include: Servicing and maintaining fire extinguishers, fire blankets, and hose reelsInstalling and commissioning new extinguishers, signage, and safety equipmentCarrying out fire safety signage surveysIdentifying non-compliance and reporting findings clearlyCommunicating professionally with clients and representing the company with prideThis is an active, physical role involving lifting equipment (up to 15kg) and regular site work. Training & DevelopmentYou’ll receive full training from day one — we invest heavily in developing our engineers. Week 1: Warehouse-based induction to learn the fundamentalsWeeks 2–8: Field shadowing with a Senior EngineerAfter sign-off: Your own company van & fuel cardFully funded BAFE qualificationOngoing support, coaching, and clear progression pathwaysIf you’re motivated, reliable, and eager to learn, we’ll give you everything you need to succeed. RequirementsWe hire for attitude and potential, not just experience. You’ll thrive in this role if you are: Practical, hands-on, and proactiveOrganised and able to manage your day independentlyA strong communicator who enjoys working with customersDetail-focused with a commitment to complianceA team player who values collaborationFlexible and comfortable travelling across the regionEssential: Full UK driving licenceWillingness to learn and grow within the fire safety industry