Fire Alarm Testing and Maintenance Technician

Job title:

Fire Alarm Testing and Maintenance Technician

Company

Mitie

Job description

Fire Alarm Testing and Maintenance TechnicianAbout Mitie:Mitie provides a wide range of facilities management (FM) services across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. These are delivered as integrated FM contracts, in bundles or as single services, depending on client requirements. Our service areas include technical services, energy and building services, cleaning, security, front of house and consultancy.We work with a wide range of private and public clients to create great work environments, which resulted in Mitie winning 4 awards in the 2023 Facilities Management Awards, including Total FM Service Provider for the third year in a row. We have also won 3 awards in the Workplace Excellent awards in 2023 – Best in CSR, Manager/Leader of the Year, Excellence in Learning & Development – over 1,000 employees.Mitie have been awarded the IBEC Keep Well Mark in 2021, 2022 and 2023 for our commitment to employee wellbeing and we have also been named in the Top 100 Employers for Wellbeing in Ireland for two years in a row. We are proud of our diverse workforce and like to recognise our people through various reward and recognition schemes, as well as through learning and development.Our premise is simple: the exceptional, every day.Role Overview:Responsible for routine testing, inspection, and maintenance of fire alarm systems across the university campus. Ensure compliance with I.S. 3218:2013+A1:2019 standards, maintain accurate records, and address faults promptly.Role Responsibilities:

• Weekly Testing:
• Conduct weekly tests on one manual call point per system.
• Perform tests consistently each week, rotating zones to cover all areas every 13 weeks.
• Daily Inspections:
• Inspect control panels daily for faults.
• Log and report any issues immediately.
• Maintenance and Servicing:
• Assist in quarterly and annual servicing per standards.
• Ensure 100% system testing annually, divided into quarterly segments.
• Verify alarm sound levels annually.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain detailed records of tests, inspections, and maintenance.
• Log dates, times, types of tests, issues, and actions taken.
• Display testing and servicing certificates next to control panels.
• Fault Management:
• Investigate and rectify faults found during tests and inspections.
• Record fault details, remedial actions, and report to senior staff.
• Post-Event Actions:
• Conduct additional servicing after fire events or alarm activations.
• Ensure the system is fully functional and compliant post-event.

About you:

• Certification in Fire Alarm Systems or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in fire alarm testing and maintenance.
• Knowledge of I.S. 3218:2013+A1:2019 standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with fire alarm testing equipment and control panels.
• Familiarity with various fire alarm systems and components.
• Ability to follow strict testing schedules and procedures.
• Strong communication skills for reporting and documentation.
• Ability to promptly identify and address system faults.

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for this position and the range of duties undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity, and should be utilised as a general guide, detailing the minimum requirements and responsibilities of the position. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder following the appraisal process and on an as and when required basis throughout the post holder’s period of employment.Mitie is an equal opportunity employer.

Expected salary

€38000 per year

Location

Dublin

Job date

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:32:24 GMT

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