Fire & Security Lead Engineer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire and security solutions is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee maintenance tasks and support the engineering team. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £42,000, a company van, and extensive benefits including pension and life assurance. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience and a strong technical background.

Benefits

Company Van with fully fitted Van vaults

Royal London Pension Scheme

Life Assurance x4 Basic Salary

Employee Recognition Scheme

Paid Referrals Scheme

Additional Day holiday each year

Development & Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience as a multi-disciplined Fire & Security Engineer.
• Technical background in the electrical/electronic industry beneficial.
• Full UK Driving Licence mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide the engineering team in maintenance tasks.
• Respond to customer needs and concerns urgently.
• Assist in the management of the engineering team.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Job description

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As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver excellence—from the initial design to long-term maintenance. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we empower them with the tools they need to succeed. With Marlowe Fire & Security, you will enjoy a vibrant company culture, career progression opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, vehicle allowance, and more!

Basic Salary – up to £42,000 per annum

Pension, Life Assurance & much more. – Please see our generous remuneration packages below

Marlowe Fire & Security’s Lead Engineer's

A self-motivated person who gives day to day support and Guidance to the engineering team in their area, they will plan and monitor the maintenance tasks and work in conjunction with the Scheduler for the area to ensure effective and profitable use of the engineering resource for region.

• To ensure performance and service is in line with compliance and monthly schedules
• Respond to customer needs, complaints, and concerns with a sense of urgency as and when required.
• Complete toolbox talks with direct reports providing clear records of completion to the compliance team,
• Be available for site surveys and installation handovers as directed by your Regional Service Manager
• Organise and maintain and communicate an effective call out rota for the area
• Responsible for minor works delivery within area through dedicated minor works resource
• To assist the Regional Service Manager in management of engineering team
• Deputise for your Regional Service Manager as and when required during periods of sickness and holidays
• Support engineers in stock control and further action management.
• Attend and assist with troublesome sites and complaints.
• Technically support DRS and Sales Team with quotations.
• Initial planning of ppm on large/ complex sites – meeting with customers in support of key sites in region..
• Assist in delivery of small bespoke projects and ensure on time delivery.

Requirements

Who We’re Looking For

Marlowe Fire & Security consider our people our greatest asset. All we ask is that every Team Member take pride in what they do and demonstrate commitment to delivering the highest level of service to both external and internal customers. Therefore, in addition to having all the usual attributes of a great Marlowe Fire & Security employee, such as; a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, well presented and professional at all times, ability to work alone and as part of a team….. For this specific opportunity, we are looking for candidates who offer:

• At least 5 years’ experience as an accomplished multi-disciplined Fire & Security Engineer
• Technical background in the electrical / electronic industry would be beneficial
• Experience of front-line customer service will be preferential
• A full UK Driving Licence – mandatory
• You have to be flexible to travel and be part of an on-call rota.

Our Commitment to Attracting, Rewarding & Retaining Talent

At Marlowe Fire & Security, we understand the pivotal role that fair compensation plays in the success of our team. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing exceptional remuneration packages that not only address the challenges of today’s economic landscape, but also include comprehensive benefits and incentives designed to enhance the well-being and prospects of our employees, making their everyday lives more enjoyable and secure.

• Basic Salary upto £42,000
• Company Van with fully fitted Van vaults
• Royal London Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance x4 Basic Salary
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Paid Referrals Scheme (up to £1,000 per successful candidate referral, unlimited referrals)
• Additional Day holiday each full year of completed service (up to 25 days)
• Development & Progression opportunities

A Little More About Marlowe Fire & Security

We proudly operate across the nation, serving a wide range of industries in both commercial and domestic settings. Our goal is to provide fire and security solutions tailored to the specific needs of our customers. Each of our solutions is crafted to meet the unique compliance standards of the industries we serve, helping them ensure site security and protect their teams. We also enjoy the advantage of being part of a larger group within the Fire Protection, Security & Building Management Systems sector. This collaboration allows us to share best practices, access development academies, and leverage Human Resource expertise, all contributing to continuous improvement in this vital service industry.

Our Commitment: We are large enough to provide comprehensive, industry-leading solutions, yet small enough to deliver a personal and caring service to each client.

Our Businesses Include:

• Alarm Communications acl.uk.com/careers
• Clymac clymac.co.uk/careers
• FAFS Fire & Security fafsfireandsecurity.com/careers
• Marlowe Kitchen Fire Suppression marlowefireandsecurity.com/vacancies/
• Morgan Fire Protection morganfire.co.uk/recruitment/
• Marlowe Smoke Control marlowe-aov.co.uk/careers/
• Marlowe Fire & Security marlowefireandsecurity.com/vacancies/

At Marlowe Fire & Security, we cultivate a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive environment where everyone can truly be themselves. We celebrate individuality and believe that a culture of inclusion helps us better serve our customers and innovate as a team. Our commitment to equal opportunities means we're here to support you—if you need any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, just let us know. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives.

Right to Work

Regrettably, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship.

If you do not currently have the Right to Work in the UK or will need additional support to extend your current Right to Work status, your application cannot be considered.