Location: Sunderland
Type fo contract: Permanent
Hours 42.5 hours per week
Salary & Benefits for the Fire & Security Engineer
* Basic salary with standby allowance
* Overtime available
* 33 days holiday
* Private pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Life assurance
* Company vehicle and specialist tools provided
* IT equipment supplied
* Employee discounts and cashback schemes
* Referral bonus scheme
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
The Fire and Security Engineer Opportunity
A recruitment partner is supporting a leading facilities and building services provider in the search for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join their growing engineering team in the Sunderland area
This role will focus on the service, maintenance, and repair of fire and security systems across a portfolio of commercial and retail environments. The successful candidate will join a well-established mobile engineering team with long-term contracts, structured support, and opportunities for progression.
Key Responsibilities for the Fire & Security Engineer
Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on fire and security systems
Service and maintain CCTV, fire alarm, and associated electronic security systems
Respond to service and breakdown callouts within agreed response times
Ensure all work is completed in line with client KPIs and compliance standards
Accurately complete service reports and all relevant documentation
Identify system faults and recommend appropriate remedial actions
Maintain high standards of health & safety and customer service at all times
Participate in an on-call rota when required
Work independently across multiple commercial sites
Requirements needed from the Fire & Security Engineer
Previous experience working within the fire and security industry
Strong knowledge of CCTV systems including IP and analogue systems
Experience servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems
Electrical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds
Full UK driving licence
Good communication and organisational skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
IPAF licence advantageous, although training can be provided
Ideal FIre & Security Engineer Candidate
Hands-on engineer with a proactive approach to maintenance and fault finding
Comfortable working within fast-paced commercial environments
Strong customer-facing skills and professional attitude
Looking to join a stable and growing organisation with long-term opportunities
Salary description
£37000.00 - £39000.00 per year