Fire Prevention Technician

Kronospan is seeking a proactive and safety-focused Fire Prevention & Maintenance Technician to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering or maintenance professional with a strong understanding of fire detection and protection systems to play a key role in maintaining site safety and operational reliability. Reporting to the Fire Prevention Manager, you will take day-to-day responsibility for designated plant areas, supporting maintenance strategies, continuous improvement initiatives, and compliance with fire safety regulations across the site. Main Duties - Maintain comprehensive site knowledge of all fire alarm, fire detection, and fire protection systems. - Carry out maintenance, repairs, inspections, and testing of mechanical and electrical equipment associated with fire detection and suppression systems. - Assist in developing and improving inspection and maintenance procedures in line with statutory requirements and engineering best practices. - Actively participate as a member of the on-site Emergency Response Fire Team.Specific Duties - Complete weekly sprinkler valve and fire pump testing, ensuring accurate recording within the site OPS system. - Conduct weekly inspections and maintenance of GreCon, Firefly, and T&B spark detection and suppression systems. - Implement corrective action plans to address issues identified during inspections and testing schedules. - Carry out regular fire and explosion prevention audits across all three production press lines. - Support departmental management during annual external and internal audit programmes. - Ensure actions arising from Technical, VdS, Fire Insurance, and other fire-related audits are completed and closed out effectively. - Ensure full compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order. - Coordinate routine maintenance planning and contractor support during plant shutdown schedules. - Attend training and personal development programmes to support ongoing progression within the role. - Experience working with fire detection, suppression, or protection systems within an industrial or manufacturing environment. - Strong mechanical and/or electrical maintenance, BTEC qualified or Time Served  - Knowledge of fire safety regulations and engineering compliance standards. - Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Flexible approach to working hours, including participation in out-of-hours on-call support when required. - Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and high operational standards. - Opportunity to work within a global manufacturing leader. - Ongoing training and development opportunities. - Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression. - Competitive salary and benefits package.If you are passionate about fire prevention, plant safety, and engineering excellence, we would love to hear from you. For further information, please contact [email protected]