Engineering Supervisor (Fire and Security)

Alecto Recruitment; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fire & Security firm in High Wycombe is seeking an experienced Engineer Supervisor. You will lead a team of engineers, ensuring high standards in service and maintenance, while being hands-on in the field. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years in the industry and strong supervisory experience. Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits including a company vehicle and ongoing training.

Benefits

Annual leave increasing with service

Company vehicle, smartphone, and laptop

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the Fire & Security industry.
• Strong knowledge of high-end fire and security systems.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of engineers.
• Carry out complex maintenance and service visits.
• Champion compliance with NSI standards.

Skills

Fire Alarms

Intruder Alarms

CCTV

PAVA

Access Control

Team leadership

Client communication

Job description

Engineer Supervisor - Fire & Security
Hertfordshire/Berkshire - Field-based with office days
Salary: £45-55k + company vehicle + benefits
Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We're working with a leading independent Fire & Security business that delivers cutting edge solutions for prestigious clients, from universities and local authorities to high security facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Fire & Security engineers, ensuring high standards across all service and maintenance work
• Carry out complex maintenance and service visits where required
• Champion compliance with NSI standards, delivering toolbox talks and developing processes that improve quality
• Provide technical support, act as point of escalation, and assist with root cause analysis for recurring issues
• Monitor engineer performance, provide feedback, and support training and development needs
• Liaise with clients, ensuring clear communication, service updates, and customer satisfaction
• Assist with large project handovers, ensuring compliant documentation and asset details are captured
• Maintain health & safety standards and promote a safety-first culture
• Track and deliver on KPIs including first-time fix rates, escalation resolution, and compliance recommendations

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the Fire & Security industry
• Strong knowledge of high-end Fire Alarms, Intruder Alarms, CCTV, PAVA, Access Control, or Door Entry systems
• Background in service, maintenance, and fault-finding across multiple systems
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• Highly organised with strong communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to balance fieldwork with leadership and compliance responsibilities
• Full UK driving licence

What's On Offer

• £45,000 - £55,000 pa basic salary (depending on experience)
• Annual leave increasing with service, plus bank holidays
• Birthday off after one year's service
• Company vehicle, Smartphone, laptop, and uniform provided
• Overtime and commission opportunities
• Staff discount scheme & salary sacrifice options
• Ongoing training, engineer forums, and review meetings
• Pension contributions and additional employee benefits

Why This Role?

This is a brilliant opportunity for a skilled Fire & Security Engineer ready to step into a leadership role, driving quality and compliance while still staying hands‑on in the field, or an already expeirenced Supervisor/Team Leader looking for a new challenge.

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