Fire & Security Engineer

Fire & Security Engineer – Service
Salary: £35,000 – £43,000 DOE
Location: Covering the South East
Working Hours: 8 hours per day, flexible
Call Out Rota: 1 in 5 weeks (Standby: £175)

Company Overview

An established fire and security solutions provider with 17 years of industry experience, operating across Kent and London. The business supports a diverse client base including property management companies, the NHS, airports, commercial businesses, and the education sector. Accredited to NSI Silver, Safe Contractor, and Construction Line standards, the company values long-term client relationships and is investing in growth following recent staff retirements.

Role Overview

A skilled Fire & Security Engineer – Service is required to join a growing team. This position focuses heavily on Access Control systems and will involve servicing and maintaining various security and life safety systems. Ideal for someone with a strong technical background who wants to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, and intercom systems
• Diagnose and repair faults across a variety of industry-leading systems
• Deliver high standards of customer service on-site
• Participate in an on-call rota (1 in 5 weeks)
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance
• Work an 8-hour flexible day, with paid travel time

Systems and Manufacturers Supported

• Access Control: Grosvenor, Brevo, Paxton, TDSI
• CCTV: Avigilon, Flir, Dahua, Hikvision, IndigoVision
• Intruder Alarms: Ajax, Pyronix, Texecom
• Entry Systems: Aiphone, BPT, Comelit, Videx

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of Access Control systems
• Proven experience with fire and security systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Located within 30 minutes of Barnet, Broomfield, Kent, or Hampshire client sites

Desirable:

• Experience working on NHS or public sector sites
• Familiarity with current fire/safety compliance standards
• Desire to train and progress within the business

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £43,000 DOE
• Pension: 3% employer contribution
• Company Vehicle: Van or car with personal use, fuel/credit card included
• On-Call Payment: £175 per week standby
• Bonus: Discretionary Christmas bonus based on company performance
• Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays
• Travel Time: 30 minutes each way paid
• Training: Full cross-training on fire or security systems available
• Career Development: Clear path for internal promotion and skills development

How to Apply:
Think this sounds like your kind of role? Submit your CV today or reach out to Courtney Gilgunn to learn more. Don’t miss your chance to join a company that’s redefining what it means to be a Fire & Security Engineer.