London & Home Counties | Permanent | Company Vehicle Provided
Options Resourcing are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing Fire & Security business for an experienced Fire & Security Installation Engineer to join their expanding engineering team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer with experience across fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, and emergency lighting systems to join a reputable company offering long-term career development, ongoing training, and excellent earning potential through overtime and call-out payments.
The majority of works are based across London and the Home Counties, with occasional travel further afield when required.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of fire and security systems across commercial, industrial, and residential environments.
Key Responsibilities
Installation and repair of:
Fire alarm systems
Intruder alarm systems
CCTV systems
Access control systems
Emergency lighting
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs
Commissioning new fire and security systems
Ensuring compliance with BS 5839, BS 5266, NSI, FIA, and relevant industry standards
Completing all required documentation including certificates and service records
Providing technical support and advice to customers
Participating in the on-call rota
Maintaining company equipment, tools, and vehicle
Working in accordance with health & safety procedures
Requirements
Proven experience installing and servicing fire and security systems
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of relevant fire and security regulations and standards
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Good communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Full UK driving licence
Desirable
FIA training qualifications
Electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds)
Experience with systems including:
Gent
Advanced
Kentec
Morley
Honeywell
Texecom
Hikvision
Paxton
Knowledge of IP-based systems and networking
IPAF certification
Package & Benefits
Company van
Fuel card
Laptop & mobile phone
Company pension scheme
PPE & uniform provided
Calibrated meter
DeWalt drill set
Ongoing training and development opportunitiesWorking Hours
Monday to Friday
8:30am 5:30pm
Call-Out & Overtime
Standby payments:
£25 per weekday night
£50 per weekend day
£100 Bank Holidays
Door-to-door payment for out-of-hours call-outs
Overtime paid at:
Time and a half MondaySaturday
Double time Sundays & Bank Holidays
Travel & Subsistence
Occasional UK travel may be required.
When working away:
£100 net subsistence per night
Premier Inn accommodation provided
Breakfast included
Holiday
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Increasing annually up to 25 days
If you are an experienced Fire & Security Engineer looking for your next opportunity with a growing and supportive business, we would like to hear from you
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year