Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Fire Alarm Technician / Inspector

HVAC & Building SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChristchurch, New ZealandNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of involvement in the building industry or a compliance-related industry.
A trade qualification in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, building, or equivalent industries.
Understanding of New Zealand building codes and practices.
Hold or be able to obtain IQP registration for Specified Systems 2, 2, 4, 14.2, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4, and 15.5.
Ability to conduct fire alarm and emergency lighting service work for clients.
An unrestricted New Zealand driving licence.
Knowledge and awareness of workplace health and safety.
Ability to use computers and related technologies efficiently.

Responsibilities

Provide IQP inspections and building certification services to building owners and managers as required under the Building Act 2004 or subsequent versions.
Conduct fire alarm and emergency lighting service work as required by clients.
Provide building compliance inspections, including annual, six-monthly, and monthly inspections, and consultancy services as required by clients.
Assist with fire alarm and emergency lighting service work as required by clients.
Work in accordance with SGS Quality System procedures and review and provide new procedures where necessary.
Actively seek new business.
Work with the business manager to grow the IQP business locally and nationally.
Ensure all work is completed, reports and certificates are correct, and invoices are issued in a timely manner.
Work with the business manager to maximize business returns while minimizing company exposure and risk.
Carry out all activities in accordance with health and safety requirements and personal safety.
Undertake other relevant work requests related to the position.

Job Description

To provide IQP inspections and building certification services to building owners and managers as required under the Building Act 2004 or subsequent versions.

To conduct Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting Service work as required by clients.

Key Responsibilities:

To provide building compliance inspections, Annual, six monthly and monthly inspections and consultancy services as required by clients.
To assist with Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting Service work as required by clients.
To work at all times in accordance with SGS Quality system procedures and to review and provide new procedures where necessary.
To actively seek new business.
To work with the business manager to grow the IQP business on a local and National basis.
To ensure all work is completed, reports / certificates issued are correct and invoices issued in a timely manner.
To work with the business manager to maximize business returns whilst minimizing exposure and risk for the company.
To ensure all activities are carried out with regard and recognition of Health and Safety requirements and personal safety.
Undertake all other relevant work requests relevant to your position.

Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years involvement in the building industry or compliance related industry
Trade qualification in Electrical, mechanical, HVAC, Building or equivalent industries.
Understanding of NZ building codes and practices
Holds or has the ability to obtain IQP registration for Specified Systems 2, 2,4, 14.2,15.2,15.3,15.4, 15.5.
Holds the ability to conduct Fire Alarm and Emergency lighting service work for clients.
Unrestricted New Zealand Driving License
Knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
Is able to use computers and related technologies efficiently.

Additional Information

At SGS, we'll support your professional development through industry training, and mentoring as you work towards obtaining IQP (Independently Qualified Person) status. You'll gain hands-on experience in BWOF inspections, building compliance while developing highly sought-after skills in a growing and specialised field.

If you're looking for a role that combines technical inspections, customer interaction, professional development, and the opportunity to build a specialist career in building compliance, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help make New Zealand's buildings safer for everyone who uses them.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
Founded: 1878

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