An opportunity has arisen for a Fire & Security Service Engineer to join a well-established specialist within the fire and electronic security sector delivering tailored installation, maintenance and support services to domestic, commercial and industrial environments.
As a Fire & Security Service Engineer, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and supporting a range of fire and security systems across multiple customer sites.
This role offers a salary range of £28,000 - £38,000 with a potential to earn £40,000 - £60,000 (including overtime, travel and on-call payments) and benefits.
You will be based in either Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent or Leicester.
Responsibilities
- Carrying out planned maintenance and servicing of fire and security systems.
- Attending reactive call-outs and undertaking remedial repairs efficiently.
- Diagnosing and resolving faults across a variety of electronic security systems.
- Installing and commissioning systems where required.
- Servicing equipment at commercial, industrial and residential premises.
- Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Accurately completing service records and reports using digital devices.
- Participating in an out-of-hours on-call rota.
Qualifications
- Previously worked as a Fire & Security Engineer, Fire Engineer, Fire Alarm Engineer, Security Engineer, Security Systems Engineer, CCTV Engineer, Access Control Engineer, Intruder Alarm Engineer or in a similar field-based role.
- Minimum 5 years' hands‑on experience servicing and maintaining fire and security systems.
- Proven experience in servicing and maintenance of Galaxy intruder alarm systems.
- Hands‑on experience with analogue and IP CCTV systems, including the configuration of remote monitoring solutions.
- Experience servicing and maintaining advanced fire alarm systems.
- Experience working with Paxton Net2 access control systems.
- Competent IT skills, with confidence using PDAs, mobile devices, and digital reporting systems.
- Willing and able to successfully complete security screening in line with industry standards.
- Holder of a full UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Overtime, travel payments and on-call allowances.
- Realistic earning potential of up to £60,000 per annum.
- Company vehicle, with private use available where applicable.
- Company pension scheme.
- Laptop, PDA/smartphone and specialist tools provided.
- Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, with increased holiday allowance linked to length of service.
- Ongoing career development and progression opportunities within an expanding business.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Fire & Security Engineer seeking a fresh challenge with genuine long-term prospects.
