Aylesbury Electrical Services started in 1977, offering contracted electrical works to Aylesbury and surrounding areas. This increasingly included installing fire alarm systems using MICC cabling and associated systems. By the early 90s, the decision was made to focus entirely on fire alarm systems, and Aylesbury Fire Systems was born. The combined skills of sales director Richard Lipscombe and technical/managing director John Espiner formed a solid platform for a long-standing business.
Throughout the late 90s, AFS was lucky to win contracts with several Hertfordshire hospitals and the University of Westminster’s London campuses.
Fire systems of this age were working on MS DOS via Windows 3.1 machines! Software chips were blown internally at our offices.
We continue to specialise in fire alarm systems for healthcare and education. Thirty years on, we fully understand the specific requirements of these settings and aim to make it as easy as possible for building and facilities managers.
In the early days, the equipment was complex and required technical knowledge and expertise in coding. Senior management took on all the engineering requirements and kept pace with technological development to ensure they provided customers with the best products and services. Their commitment and exacting standards enabled the business to grow.
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Dave joined the company as an apprentice at the age of 17 and has been a dedicated member of the team for over 20 years.
In his current role, David is responsible for organising various service work and managing engineers, overseeing extinguisher installations, monitoring, fire risk assessments, and handling invoicing.
Matt Kirby has been a dedicated team member at Aylesbury Fire Systems for over a decade. Beginning his journey as an apprentice in 2015, Matt’s hard work and commitment have propelled him through the ranks to his current role as Reactive Maintenance Manager.
In this position, Matt oversees daily operations, coordinating with engineers to efficiently schedule work and manage call-outs, ensuring seamless service delivery. His extensive experience and hands-on approach make him a pivotal part of the team. Matt is a good time boy.
Joanne brings over 40 years of experience in administrative roles, contributing extensive expertise to her position at Aylesbury Fire System.
In her current role, she expertly oversees major contracts, ensuring smooth collaboration with key partners, while managing the company’s fleet of work vehicles with precision.
With over 20 years of experience in the industry, including 10 years with Aylesbury Fire Systems, Aaron is responsible for overseeing and managing projects from start to finish.
Aaron ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required scope of the quality standards. His expertise lies in successfully coordinating resources, timelines, and stakeholders expectations to achieve outstanding results.
Charlie is an experienced Project Manager with 13 years of expertise in the electrical and fire industry. With a proven track record of leading complex projects, Charlie ensures seamless execution from planning to completion.
When not managing projects, Charlie enjoys engaging in hobbies and pursuits that balance focus and energy. With a reputation for attention to detail and a great sense of humour, Charlie is also known for keeping the office biscuit tin under close watch and in 2024 Charlie was the UK number one for the most purchaser of Fruit Gums at Sainsburys.
Dave has over 40 years of experience in the fire industry, beginning his career with an apprenticeship on the London Underground many years ago. Throughout the decades, he has witness significant changes within the industry but takes pride in the fact that he can still work with Pyro.
Outside of work, Dave is a keen lawn bowler during the summer months. However, he firmly refuses to play in the rain, meaning the 2024 season was unfortunately cut short. Despite the weather he still managed to add another trophy to his growing collection.
Ravel started with Aylesbury Fire Systems in 2024. She has wealth experience spanning over 20 years in customer services, administration, Health and Safety as well as project management.
With her wealth of experience, she has been able to utilise her skills as the Projects Coordinator. As a Project Coordinator she overseas administrative tasks, assists with the Contract Project Managers as well as providing Risk and Method Statements for projects.
Helen has been with Aylesbury Fire Systems over 8 years, She supports the office team and manages the accounts.
Helen has worked in a wide range of positions previously; College Lecturer, Training Manager, Software Support Leader, Project Manager in and around Buckinghamshire She likes to socialise with friends and family, read and travel.
Tara Pendries has several years of experience in the credit control field, Tara has developed a strong reputation for her ability to manage accounts, maintaining positive client relationships, and ensure smooth financial operations.
Prior to joining Aylesbury Fire Systems, Tara built her expertise through various roles in credit control, honing her skills in debt management and account reconciliation. Her role involves monitoring customer accounts, ensuring timely payment of invoices, resolving billing disputes, and implementing credit policies.
Outside of work, Tara has a passion for pottery and enjoys spending her weekends at a local studio creating handmade ceramics. She finds it to be a relaxing and creative outlet that balances her structured professional life.
Emma has 2 years’ experience with Aylesbury Fire Systems and is a dedicated Payroll Administrator. In her role, she manages payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, and handles related tasks such as tax calculations, compliance with regulations, and maintaining payroll records.
Cezar is a CAD Technician with two years of experience in the field. In their role, they specialise in creating detailed technical drawings and designs using computer-aided design software. With a keen eye for precision, Cezar has contributed to various projects, ensuring high-quality outputs that meet client specifications.
Outside of work, Cezar is an avid swimmer, a passion they pursue regularly. This hobby has helped him maintain focus and discipline in both their professional and personal life. Cezar’s dedication to their work and personal growth has made them a valuable member of their team, and they continue to expand their expertise in the field of CAD design.
Chris Marshall began his journey with Aylesbury Fire Systems in 2003, starting as an office junior and quickly developing his skills in fire protection design. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for precision, he progressed into the role of CAD Designer, where he specialises in creating technical drawings and schematics for fire alarm systems.
Chris once took part in a charity firewalk – proving he’s not just passionate about fire safety but also willing to walk across hot coals for a good cause!
