Fire Service Team Leader – Commercial Fire Protection
What's on Offer
Competitive salary package or wages of $55–$65 per hour (depending on experience)
Lead and mentor a team of commercial fire service technicians
Manage a portfolio of commercial fire maintenance clients across Sydney
Join an established Tier 1 fire protection contractor with a strong industry reputation
Opportunity to build and develop a high-performing service team
Strong pipeline of commercial fire service, testing, inspection, and maintenance contracts
Career progression into Service Management and Operations leadership
Supportive management team offering autonomy and genuine career growth
About the Company
Our client is a highly regarded Tier 1 fire protection contractor with a strong presence across New South Wales.
Specialising in the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of commercial fire protection systems, they deliver compliant fire safety solutions across commercial offices, healthcare facilities, education precincts, industrial sites, retail centres, government assets, and major infrastructure projects.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Fire Service Team Leader to lead their commercial service team across Sydney.
This role is ideal for an experienced fire protection professional who enjoys leading technicians, managing client relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of compliance, safety, and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Leading and mentoring a team of Fire Service Technicians across multiple sites
Coordinating preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, and reactive service works




Managing daily service schedules, labour allocation, and technician productivity
Building and maintaining strong relationships with commercial clients
Conducting quality inspections and ensuring work is completed to Australian Standards
Providing technical support, fault-finding assistance, and mentoring to technicians
Preparing quotations, defect reports, variations, and maintenance proposals
Managing subcontractors where required and ensuring quality workmanship
Monitoring service KPIs, response times, customer satisfaction, and operational performance
Ensuring compliance with WHS legislation, Australian Standards, and company procedures
Supporting business growth through identifying additional service opportunities and maintaining long-term client relationships
Selection Criteria
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Proven experience as a Fire Service Team Leader, Fire Service Supervisor, Senior Fire Technician, or Fire Service Coordinator
Trade qualification or demonstrated experience within the Fire Protection industry
Strong commercial fire service and maintenance experience
Experience leading and mentoring service technicians
Excellent working knowledge of Australian Standards including:
AS **** – Routine Service of Fire Protection Systems
AS **** – Fire Detection and Alarm Systems




AS **** – Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
AS **** – Fire Hydrant Installations
AS **** – Portable Fire Extinguishers
Experience servicing and maintaining:
Fire detection and alarm systems
Sprinkler systems
Fire hydrants and hose reels
Emergency and exit lighting
Fire pumps
Special hazards and gaseous suppression systems (desirable)
Strong understanding of maintenance contracts, compliance reporting, and client management
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Desirable Experience
Experience managing large commercial fire maintenance portfolios
Exposure to Tier 1 and Tier 2 commercial environments
Experience working across healthcare, data centres, education, industrial, government, and critical infrastructure facilities
Proven ability to improve service delivery, operational systems, and team performance
About Warami Solutions
Warami Solutions partners with leading Tier 1 and Tier 2 fire protection and building services contractors across New South Wales and nationally.
We connect experienced fire protection professionals with quality career opportunities across the construction, infrastructure, and building services sectors.
Whether you are actively looking for your next prospect or simply want confidential advice on salaries, market trends, and career progression, we would welcome the opportunity to have a confidential conversation.
Apply today or contact Warami Solutions for a confidential discussion.
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