Essential Fire Protection is looking for an experienced, licensed Dry Fire Technician to join our Gold Coast team on a casual basis. You’ll look after fire detection systems for a range of commercial and residential clients. For most of your work, you’ll be partnered with one of our team members and help train them on the job. If you enjoy passing on your skills, this role is for you.

About the role

- Train and mentor one of our employees on most jobs, showing them how to service, test, fault-find and install fire detection systems properly and safely
- Service fire detection systems and equipment on customer premises to the relevant Australian Standards (including AS 1851) and the Building Code of Australia
- Identify, repair and install fire protection equipment to Australian Standards
- Recommend, quote and sell fire protection equipment and services to keep clients compliant
- Record maintenance and provide evidence of work completed in Uptick and the required industry documentation
- Liaise directly with clients, building managers and site contacts
- Source cost-effective materials and equipment, and arrange deliveries and pick-ups
- Organise, supervise and help other staff and trades with installation,



testing and rectification works

What you’ll need

- A current Queensland QBCC fire protection licence: Electrical — install and maintain — fire alarm systems (essential)
- Hands-on experience servicing, fault-finding and installing fire detection and alarm systems
- Patience and transparent communication. You’ll be explaining the why as well as the how to a trainee
- Working knowledge of AS 1851, AS 1670 and the BCA
- Experience with Uptick (or similar job management software) and confidence with digital reporting
- Current driver’s licence and reliable transport
- Comfortable quoting and talking to clients
- Organised and able to work unsupervised and lead small crews when needed
- White Card
- Previous experience training apprentices or junior techs, highly regarded

What we offer

- Casual hours, as needed
- Competitive rate

How to apply

Apply through this ad with your resume, QBCC licence number and a short cover note. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Pay: $50.00 – $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4.0 – 12.0 per week

Work Location: On the road

📌 Dry Fire Technician – Casual | Gold Coast
🏢 Essential Fire Protection
📍 Gold Coast