Company: Variex – A Division of Varistor Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: 1–2 Years
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical, Electrical, Fire & Safety, or related engineering discipline
About the Fire Safety Service Engineer Role
Variex is hiring a Fire Safety Service Engineer in Bangalore to join our growing service and technical operations team. The role involves installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing of fire protection and firefighting systems at customer locations. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional looking to build a career in the fire safety and fire protection industry.
About Variex
Variex specializes in the design, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of fire protection and firefighting solutions.
Our solutions help protect life and property across commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional environments. We focus on reliable fire safety systems, quality installation, technical support, preventive maintenance, and customer service.
As our service operations continue to grow, we are looking for a technically capable Fire Safety Service Engineer in Bangalore who can support customers and ensure their fire protection systems remain operational and compliant.
Fire Safety Service Engineer – Key Responsibilities
Fire Safety System Installation & Commissioning
- Install and commission fire protection and firefighting equipment at customer locations.
- Configure and test systems after installation.
- Ensure installation work follows approved technical specifications and safety requirements.
- Identify installation-related issues and coordinate with the project or engineering team for resolution.
Fire Safety Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Perform preventive and breakdown maintenance of fire safety systems and equipment.
- Diagnose faults and identify the root cause of technical problems.
- Carry out repairs, replacements, adjustments, and corrective maintenance.
- Test equipment after servicing to ensure proper operation.
- Attend customer service calls and resolve technical issues within the required timeline.
Technical Support for Fire Protection Systems
- Provide technical support to customers regarding fire protection systems and equipment.
- Explain technical problems and solutions clearly to customers and site personnel.
- Assist customers with basic operational and maintenance requirements.
- Escalate complex technical issues to the appropriate internal team when required.
Customer Training & Support
- Conduct on-site training for customers and site personnel.
- Explain the correct operation and basic maintenance of fire safety equipment.
- Educate customers on safe operating procedures and recommended maintenance practices.
Service Documentation & Reports
- Prepare detailed service reports after customer visits.
- Document faults identified, maintenance performed, parts replaced, and recommendations.
- Maintain accurate records of service activities and pending technical issues.
- Provide regular updates to the reporting manager regarding service assignments.
Fire Safety Team Coordination
- Coordinate with sales, project, engineering, and operations teams.
- Share customer feedback and recurring technical issues with the internal team.
- Support the engineering team in identifying opportunities for product and service improvements.
Customer Site Visits
- Travel to customer locations for installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair work.
- Manage assigned service schedules and complete site visits within the required timelines.
- Follow customer-site safety procedures and company service protocols.
Fire Safety Service Engineer Systems You May Work With
The Fire Safety Service Engineer may work with a range of fire protection and firefighting equipment, including:
- Fire extinguishers
- Fire alarm systems
- Fire hydrant systems
- Fire sprinkler systems
- Fire pumps and associated equipment
- Gas-based fire suppression systems
- Kitchen fire suppression systems
- Industrial fire safety equipment
- Fire protection accessories and equipment
Practical knowledge of fire protection systems, installation, servicing, and troubleshooting will be an advantage.
Fire Safety Service Engineer Requirements
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Fire & Safety Engineering, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of experience in service engineering or a similar technical role.
- Experience in fire safety, firefighting, fire protection, industrial equipment, or a related industry is preferred.
- Strong understanding of fire safety equipment and systems.
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly to customers.
- Ability to work independently at customer locations.
- Willingness to travel for customer visits and service assignments.
- Familiarity with fire protection products and systems will be an advantage.
Why Join Variex?
Working as a Fire Safety Service Engineer at Variex provides hands-on exposure to fire protection systems, customer sites, technical troubleshooting, installation, commissioning, and preventive maintenance.
You will have opportunities to:
- Develop practical technical expertise in fire safety.
- Work on different types of fire protection systems.
- Gain customer-facing and field-service experience.
- Develop troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Work with engineering and operations teams.
- Build a long-term career in the growing fire safety industry.
Apply for Fire Safety Service Engineer Jobs in Bangalore
If you are an engineering graduate with relevant service experience and are interested in building your career in fire safety and fire protection, we invite you to apply for the Fire Safety Service Engineer position at Variex.
Send your updated resume to hr@varistor.in with the subject line:
Application – Fire Safety Service Engineer
You can also explore our other career opportunities and learn more about Varistor Technologies Pvt. Ltd. through our website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Fire Safety Service Engineer do?
A Fire Safety Service Engineer installs, commissions, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and services fire protection and firefighting systems at customer locations.
What qualification is required for a Fire Safety Service Engineer?
Candidates should preferably have a B.E./B.Tech degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Fire & Safety Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
How much experience is required?
Variex is looking for candidates with approximately 1–2 years of experience in service engineering. Experience in fire safety or fire protection is preferred.
Is this a field job?
Yes. The role involves visiting customer sites for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and technical support.
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Bangalore, Karnataka, with travel to customer locations as required.
