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Senior Fire Services Technician

Dandenong South, Victoria 3164, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • 3+ years as a Senior Fire Services Technician focused on dry fire systems.
  • Experience leading/mentoring technicians, apprentices, and subcontractors.
  • Knowledge and compliance with AS 1851, NCC/BCA, and relevant Australian Standards.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Fire Services Technician (dry fire systems focus) with strong technical and compliance knowledge, who is either currently leading a team or looking to transition into a Team Leader or operational leadership role.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity within our Fire Services division, delivering high-quality maintenance and compliance services across commercial, telecommunications, and critical infrastructure environments.

You will play a key role in supervising technicians, driving service delivery, and ensuring compliance with AS 1851, while also contributing to continuous improvement and digital reporting via Uptick and AroFlo.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support a team of dry fire technicians, apprentices, and subcontractors
  • Deliver and oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
  • Ensure compliance with AS 1851, NCC/BCA, and relevant Australian Standards
  • Provide on-site mentoring, coaching, and technical guidance
  • Drive strong client relationships, including site liaison and compliance discussions
  • Review service reports, defects, and assist with quoting and rectification opportunities
  • Ensure accurate, compliant digital reporting using Uptick (essential) and AroFlo
  • Participate in audits, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Promote a strong safety culture aligned with company systems and SWMS

About You

You are a highly capable technician who enjoys leading by example and is ready to step into a Team Leader or broader operational role, or already operating in a leadership capacity.

Desirable:

  • FPA/FPAS accreditation or VBA registration
  • Trade qualification in Fire Systems or Electrical
  • A-Grade Electrical Licence
  • Experience working across large/compliance-driven environments (telecommunications, healthcare, government)