Fire Technician - Construction

We are looking for an experienced Fire Technician to join our team, primarily working across commercial construction projects throughout Perth.

This is predominantly a construction-based role covering the installation, fit-off, testing and commissioning of fire detection and occupant warning systems.

There will also be the opportunity to undertake service and fault call-outs if preferred, however this is not the primary focus of the position.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Installation and fit-off of fire detection systems

• FIP installation, modifications and upgrades

• Fire panel programming and commissioning

• Programming devices, zones, outputs and cause & effect

• OWS/EWIS installation, testing and commissioning

• Smoke detectors, thermal detectors, speakers, strobes and associated devices

• Mechanical, security, lift and other fire system interfaces

• Testing and commissioning completed installations

• Fault finding and rectification

• Completing defects and DLP works

• Reading and working from fire drawings, schematics and specifications

• Coordinating with builders, electricians and other trades

• Completing commissioning and handover documentation

• Optional service and breakdown call-outs for technicians who prefer a mix of construction and service work

• Current WA Electrical Licence OR appropriate cabling registration/licence

• Previous experience as a Fire Technician

• Strong experience with commercial fire detection systems

• Good knowledge of AS 1670 and relevant Australian Standards

• Ability to work independently on construction projects

• Strong fault-finding skills

• Ability to read and interpret construction and fire drawings

• Current Australian Driver's Licence

• Construction White Card

• Working at heights

• Reliable and professional approach to site work

Experience programming and commissioning fire panels is a major advantage, particularly:

• Pertronic

• Ampac

• Notifier

• VESDA / Aspirating Smoke Detection

• OWS / EWIS systems

Manufacturer training and accreditation would be highly regarded.

• Competitive salary/package based on experience

• Company vehicle and required equipment

• Primarily construction-based work

• Commercial projects throughout Perth

• Opportunity for overtime

• Optional service call-outs if preferred

• Further manufacturer training and development

• Long-term position for the right person