Service Electrical Technician
- Join a growing fire protection business as a Service Electrical Technician.
- Conduct inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems.
- Communicate effectively with clients and provide on-site support for emergency repairs.
Service Electrical Technician Core Talent has an exciting opportunity for a Service Electrical Technician to join a growing fire protection business, playing a key role in the inspection, testing, maintenance, and servicing of critical fire protection systems across commercial, industrial, and residential environments.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded professional looking to develop their career within a supportive team, while working across a diverse range of fire alarm, EWIS, emergency lighting, and passive fire protection systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct scheduled inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and detection systems in accordance with AS1851.
- Test and troubleshoot smoke and heat detectors, manual call points, control panels, and associated equipment.
- Inspect and functionally test Emergency Warning & Intercommunication Systems (EWIS), including PA systems, evacuation tones, speakers, and Warden Intercommunication Phones (WIP).
- Inspect and test exit and emergency lighting systems in accordance with AS2293 requirements.
- Conduct inspections of passive fire protection measures, including fire doors, penetrations, fire-rated walls, ceilings, and fire seals.
- Diagnose faults, undertake minor repairs, and identify defects or non-compliance requiring further rectification.
- Accurately document inspections, testing results, defects, corrective actions, and recommendations within service reports.
- Communicate effectively with clients regarding system status, compliance requirements, recommendations, and follow-up works.
- Respond to urgent service requirements and provide on-site support for emergency repairs where required.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and testing devices and stay up to date with relevant industry standards, technologies, and best practices.
Required Skills
- Relevant trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection & Testing or equivalent.
- Experience with fire alarm systems, EWIS, emergency lighting, and passive fire protection inspections.
- Strong understanding of AS1851 and other relevant Australian fire safety standards.
- Excellent diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail with good documentation and report-writing capabilities.
- Clear and professional communication skills when dealing with clients and internal teams.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment.
- Valid Australian driver’s licence.
Nice to Have Skills
- FPAS accreditation or relevant fire protection industry accreditation.
- Experience with a range of fire alarm control panel manufacturers and programming.
- Previous experience working across commercial and industrial environments.
- Broader knowledge of Australian fire safety standards and compliance requirements.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Relevant fire protection, electrical, or technical trade qualification.
- Previous experience in inspection, testing, servicing, or maintenance of fire protection systems.
- Experience working in environments requiring strict compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
If you're interested please reach out to Maisie.hudd@coretalent.com.au
Consultant
maisie.hudd@coretalent.com.au
Reference number: BH-28519
Profession:Mechanical and ElectricalTrades & Services
Company: Core Talent
Date posted: 29th Sep, 2026
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