Are you an experienced Fire & Security Engineer with strong CCTV, intruder and access control knowledge, looking for a well-paid regional role with varied technical work?
Our client is recruiting additional engineers to support customers across the South East, with opportunities available for candidates based around Stevenage, Cambridge, Milton Keynes and Northampton. You will work across a varied portfolio of commercial, education and infrastructure sites, carrying out planned maintenance, reactive repairs, fault-finding, small works and occasional installation activity.
The role requires a strong grounding in electronic security systems, particularly IP CCTV, intruder alarms, access control and door entry. You will also need practical fire alarm experience and the confidence to diagnose faults, carry out repairs and complete servicing work independently. This would suit a capable field engineer who enjoys technical variety, takes pride in delivering a professional service and is comfortable managing their own regional workload.
Job Description
Duties will include:
Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across fire and electronic security systems
Servicing and repairing IP and analogue CCTV, intruder alarms, access control and door entry equipment
Fault-finding across control panels, networks, devices, circuits and associated system components
Maintaining, testing and repairing fire alarm systems across a range of customer sites
Completing small works, system alterations, upgrades and minor installation projects
Liaising with customers, facilities teams and site contacts regarding faults, repairs and recommended works
Producing accurate service reports, job sheets, risk assessments and other technical documentation
Managing van stock, tools, test equipment and replacement parts
Supporting work on gates, barriers, disabled refuge or nurse call systems where required
Participating in an out-of-hours call-out rota, currently approximately one week in twelve
Person Specification
Applicants should be able to demonstrate:
Previous experience as a Fire & Security Engineer, Security Systems Engineer or Multi-Skilled Engineer
Strong practical knowledge of CCTV, intruder alarms, access control and door entry systems
Experience working with IP-based CCTV systems and associated networking
Proven ability to service, fault-find and repair fire alarm systems
Experience with manufacturers such as Hikvision, Dahua, Galaxy, Texecom, Paxton, PAC, Videx, Gent, Advanced, Notifier, Morley or C-tec
The ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues without close supervision
Good knowledge of health and safety requirements and safe site working practices
Strong customer-facing communication skills and a professional approach
The ability to organise a mobile workload and travel throughout an allocated regional area
A full UK driving licence
Salary and Benefits
The role offers a basic rate of £20–£24 per hour, equivalent to approximately £(phone number removed) per annum, depending on experience.
Travel is paid after the first 30 minutes each way. Additional earning opportunities include:
Overtime paid at 1.5 times the standard rate during evenings
Late shifts and weekend work paid at double time
A separate allowance for participation in the call-out rota
The wider package includes:
Company van and fuel
Laptop and mobile phone
Tools and test equipment
Healthcare
Pension scheme
25 days’ holiday plus statutory bank holidays
Regular overtime opportunities
Ongoing training across fire and security technologies
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing engineering business offering a strong basic salary, paid travel, enhanced overtime and a varied workload across modern fire and security systems.
To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability
Salary description
£40000.00 - £50000.00 per year