Main Duties
- Maintain comprehensive site knowledge of all fire alarm, fire detection, and fire protection systems.
- Carry out maintenance, repairs, inspections, and testing of mechanical and electrical equipment associated with fire detection and suppression systems.
- Assist in developing and improving inspection and maintenance procedures in line with statutory requirements and engineering best practices.
- Actively participate as a member of the on-site Emergency Response Fire Team.
Specific Duties
- Complete weekly sprinkler valve and fire pump testing, ensuring accurate recording within the site OPS system.
- Conduct weekly inspections and maintenance of GreCon, Firefly, and T&B spark detection and suppression systems.
- Implement corrective action plans to address issues identified during inspections and testing schedules.
- Carry out regular fire and explosion prevention audits across all three production press lines.
- Support departmental management during annual external and internal audit programmes.
- Ensure actions arising from Technical, VdS, Fire Insurance, and other fire-related audits are completed and closed out effectively.
- Ensure full compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order.
- Coordinate routine maintenance planning and contractor support during plant shutdown schedules.
- Attend training and personal development programmes to support ongoing progression within the role.
- Experience working with fire detection, suppression, or protection systems within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical and/or electrical maintenance, BTEC qualified or Time Served
- Knowledge of fire safety regulations and engineering compliance standards.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including participation in out-of-hours on-call support when required.
- Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and high operational standards.
- Opportunity to work within a global manufacturing leader.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are passionate about fire prevention, plant safety, and engineering excellence, we would love to hear from you.
For further information, please contact [email protected]