installation engineer

Position: Fire & Security Installation Engineer
Job ID: 97115/5
Location: Glasgow / Scotland
Rate/Salary: £37,000 – £40,000 Basic Salary + Overtime – OTE up to £48,000+
Benefits: Company Vehicle, Quality Tools & Equipment, Career Progression, Training & Development
Type: Permanent / Full-Time
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Fire & Security, Power & Propulsion & Shipbuilding Sectors – We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.
The below job description will outline this position of: Fire & Security Installation Engineer
Typically, this person will be an experienced Fire & Security Engineer with a strong background in the installation and commissioning of electronic security and fire alarm systems. The successful candidate will predominantly cover the Glasgow area, with occasional travel to sites across Scotland.
Duties and responsibilities of the Fire & Security Installation Engineer will be:
• Install, commission and configure fire alarm, intruder alarm, IP CCTV and access control systems.
• Carry out system testing, fault finding and remedial works to ensure installations are completed to a high standard.
• Work closely with customers and project teams to ensure installations meet the required specification and customer expectations.
• Complete installation paperwork, commissioning documentation and site reports accurately and within required timescales.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant industry standards, company procedures and Health & Safety legislation.
• Provide a professional and customer-focused service while representing the company on customer sites.
• Liaise with management and customers regarding any technical issues, project requirements or additional works identified on site.
Qualifications and requirements for the Fire & Security Installation Engineer:
• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience within the Fire & Security industry.
• Strong installation and commissioning experience with Fire Alarms, Intruder Alarms, IP CCTV and/or Access Control systems.
• Good understanding of relevant fire and intruder alarm standards and regulations.
• Full and valid UK Driving Licence.
• CSCS, ECS and/or IPAF qualifications would be advantageous.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to work professionally on customer sites.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with colleagues and project teams.
Working Hours & Package:
• £37,000 – £40,000 basic salary, dependent on experience.
• Overtime available with OTE of up to £48,000+.
• Company vehicle provided.
• High-quality, modern tools and equipment provided.
• Predominantly Glasgow-based, with occasional travel throughout Scotland.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Training and support to develop technical skills and qualifications.
• Supportive management team with opportunities to progress within the business.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed