Fire Technican

About the role

Portable Fire Technician position with Flaming North Fire Protection, a family-owned and operated business providing scheduled servicing and asset management across all areas of fire protection. This position is an integral part of operations and offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive and growing company.

Key responsibilities

• Inspecting, testing and servicing portable fire equipment, including fire extinguishers and fire blankets, in accordance with applicable Australian Standards

• Inspecting and servicing smoke alarms and emergency and exit lighting systems

• Inspecting fire doors and other passive fire protection elements, where appropriately qualified and licensed

• Identifying defects and gathering accurate information while onsite to support quotations for repairs and rectification works

• Completing fire safety audits of customer premises and recommending appropriate fire protection equipment and solutions

• Identifying, servicing and repairing fire protection and safety equipment

• Accurately recording and providing evidence of all maintenance and servicing performed

• Completing electronic service reports, defect reports and other required documentation

• Maintaining the company vehicle, tools and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition

• Communicating with clients, management and other team members to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard

About you

• Previous experience inspecting and servicing portable fire equipment

• Experience with fire doors and passive fire protection elements is highly regarded

• Certificate II or Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing is desirable

• Current and relevant QBCC occupational licences, where required

• Sound knowledge of AS 1851 and other applicable Australian Standards

• Knowledge of AS 2118 and wet fire systems would be advantageous

• The ability to identify defects and understand the applicable rectification requirements

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to complete accurate service documentation

• A professional and customer-focused approach

• Honest, reliable and proactive, with a strong sense of accountability

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications and experience

• Flexible working arrangement

• Company vehicle and fuel card

• Company mobile phone, tools and equipment

• Uniforms and personal protective equipment

• Full-time employment, with part-time arrangements considered for the right applicant

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Career progression opportunities within a growing business

• A supportive and approachable leadership team

• A positive, team-focused workplace culture

About us

Flaming North Fire Protection is a family-owned and operated business providing scheduled servicing and asset management across all areas of fire protection. Services include portable fire equipment, fire detection systems, emergency and exit lighting, passive fire protection, fire suppression systems, fire safety and warden training, and evacuation diagrams. The business services a diverse range of industries throughout Far North Queensland and prides itself on delivering reliable, professional and high-quality fire protection services.