Position: Fire Protection Equipment Technician

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $78,000 - $90,000 p/a plus Super

Employer Name: VD Fire Safety and Electrical Solutions Pty Ltd - T/a VD Safety Systems

A.B.N. 13 662 178 912

Job Location: 18a Durand Terrace, Enfield, SA, 5085, AUSTRALIA

Advertising Period: 28 days - 13 Jul 2026 > 10 Aug 2026

Summary

Our client VD Safety Systems, based in Enfield, South Australia, is seeking to add a Fire Protection Equipment Technician to support the installation, testing and maintenance of essential fire protection equipment and safety systems. The role will assist with reliable inspection, servicing and compliance-related work across fire extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, blankets, exit lighting and associated fire safety equipment.

The typical job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

- Install and service portable fire extinguishers across commercial and industrial client sites.
- Inspect and maintain fire hose reels, hydrants and fire blankets.
- Test exit lighting and emergency safety equipment in accordance with requirements.
- Complete routine maintenance checks on fire protection equipment and systems.
- Identify defects, faults or non-compliant equipment during scheduled service visits.
- Prepare accurate service reports, inspection records and maintenance documentation.
- Replace, recharge or repair fire extinguishers and related safety equipment.
- Assist with passive fire and smoke containment system inspection tasks.
- Maintain safe work practices while operating at client premises and worksites.
- Use appropriate tools, testing equipment and safety procedures for each task.
- Communicate clearly with clients regarding service findings and required follow-up work.
- Ensure work is completed in line with relevant fire safety standards.
- Maintain vehicle stock, equipment, labels,



tags and service materials.
- Advise building owners about new fire protection equipment and systems as per industry standard.
- Support scheduled servicing programmes and urgent repair or maintenance requests .
- Capacity to work independently across client locations while maintaining safe, industry standard and professional work practices.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the role:

- AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience.
- Ability to inspect, service and maintain extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants and related equipment.
- Sound understanding of fire safety procedures, compliance requirements and accurate service documentation practices.
- Practical ability to identify equipment faults, defects and maintenance requirements during site inspections.
- Capacity to work independently to industry standards across client locations while maintaining protected and professional work practices.
- Good communication skills to explain service findings, required repairs and maintenance outcomes to clients.
- Current driver licence and willingness to travel to different commercial and industrial worksites as required.
- Ability to use relevant tools, testing equipment, labels and service materials accurately and safely.

Due to the volume of applicants, only those meeting the minimum standards will be considered and only successful applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the role.

Pay: $78,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

- AQE Certificate Ill including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience.
- Ability to inspect, service and maintain extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants and related equipment.

Work Location: In person

📌 Fire Protection Equipment Technician (Adelaide)
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