Fire Detection And Compliance Tester

Overview

As a Compliance Technician you will be visiting customer sites, for the compliance of fire protection systems such as fire alarms, sprinkler systems and handheld fire equipment and surveying fire alarm systems, emergency lighting and passive systems.

Your role is to test life safety systems in line with NZ Standards and the Building Act to ensure the equipment works in accordance with the NZ standard.

This role is for an experienced Tester who is very familiar with the NZ Standards and Building Act.

The role is full time and permanent - 40 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years' experience in Fire & Building Compliance in NZ.

Be legally able to work in New Zealand

Working knowledge of NZ Standards and Building Act.

NZQA New Zealand Certificate in Fire Protection Systems Technology (Testing) Level 3 or similar (or the ability to obtain one)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate efficiency through prior time and route planning

Have the ability to prepare written reports with clear well detailed information

Good physical fitness and able to walk, climb ladders, and use a mobile device to record test results

A clean, full NZ driver licence and the legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Clear criminal history record

Responsibilities

We are looking to employ a Fire Alarm Tester to carry out Fire Alarm Inspections, servicing and repairs.

This position will be based in New Plymouth, but you will be working at various sites around the greater Taranaki region.

This is ongoing, full-time (guaranteed 40 hours a week), permanent employment.

You may be required to be on call from time to time to meet our operational needs.

Inspection and testing, maintenance of fire alarms in commercial and Industrial buildings.

Testing, fault finding, repair and adjustments of alarms and alarm systems

Perform inspections and testing of fire alarms and completing compliance requirements.

Responding to emergency calls.

Carrying out detailed surveys on existing fire alarm systems as required for NZ Fire Safety Standards.

Carry out other fire protection works as directed by Management and Supervisors

Attended off job training

Keep a record of daily work activities

Providing supervision and training when working with an

Abide by Health and Safety rules and regulations

Whilst you will have the ability to work independently, we offer the support of a great team with the opportunity to build your skills and experience.

Opportunities for furthering your qualifications in this field may also be available.

Benefits

Top rates paid for the right candidate based on experience

Competitive rates of pay with a tool of trade vehicle

Excellent job stability

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from different backgrounds.

This includes people with disability, LGBTIQA+ and all cultural backgrounds

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Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S / WHS?

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