Jobs in South Hornchurch

Fire and Security Engineer
Location: London and the surrounding areas
Salary: Up to £45,000 per year DOE
Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent
Our client, a long-established and expanding security solutions provider, is seeking experienced Security Systems Engineers to join their growing team. Whether your background is in installation, service, or maintenance, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a role offering local work, stability, and ongoing professional development.
Why join our client?
You’ll benefit from a varied workload across Essex and East London with minimal travel, contributing to an excellent work/life balance. The role includes working on key contracts covering commercial sites, schools, local councils, healthcare and more.
Duties & Responsibilities
You will work on a mix of:
* Intruder alarms
* CCTV systems
* Fire alarm systems
* Access control systems
Typical tasks include:
* Installing, servicing and maintaining security systems
* Diagnosing and rectifying faults
* Working independently or as part of a team
* Delivering excellent communication and customer service
* Participating in a call-out rota (with generous standby pay)
Systems you may work on
* Access: Paxton, PAC, Salto
* Intruder: Galaxy, Scantronic, Texecom, Menvier, ATS
* Fire: Advanced, Morley, Kentec, Gent
* CCTV: Concept Pro, Hikvision
What our client is looking for
* 4+ years’ experience in the security systems industry
* Strong problem-solving ability
* Self-motivated with good organisational skills
* Confident communicator
* Willing to work independently or within a team
* Full UK driving licence
Benefits
* Local South‑East-based work
* Overtime opportunities
* Generous call-out payment
* Training, qualifications & career progression
* NEST pension
* 28 days holiday increasing to 31 with service
* Company vehicle & fuel card
* Mobile phone & laptop
* PPE & uniform provided
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status
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