Field Service Engineer

TURNERFOX RECRUITMENT LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security systems integrator is seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their team in Manchester. The role involves maintaining and repairing advanced security systems, including CCTV and Access Control. Candidates should have proven experience in a similar position, strong technical skills, and the ability to work flexibly. Benefits include a competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Laptop provided

Paid travel time

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer or similar role.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electronic security faults on site.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance on security systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults across security systems.
• Provide technical support for various security solutions.

Skills

CCTV systems knowledge (analogue and IP)

Access Control systems expertise

Networking and IP configuration understanding

Excellent communication skills

Tools

DVRs

NVRs

Network switches

Job description

Field Service Engineer – CCTV, Access Control & Security Systems

Location: Manchester
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Travel: Regional travel with occasional overnight stays required
Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience

About the Role for Field Service Engineer:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join a leading security systems integrator delivering advanced electronic security solutions across the UK. This is a field-based position covering Stoke, Leeds, and Manchester, working on a wide range of CCTV, Access Control, Perimeter Detection, and Integrated Security Systems for commercial, public sector, and critical infrastructure clients. You’ll be responsible for maintenance, fault-finding, servicing, and reactive repairs on large-scale, high-end integrated systems, ensuring our clients’ sites remain secure, compliant, and operational. This role offers a varied workload, exposure to the latest security technologies, and opportunities for training and career progression within a growing engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive service calls on CCTV, Access Control, Intruder, and Security Systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults across analogue, IP, and network-based security systems.
• Service and maintain equipment including DVRs, NVRs, network switches, and control room systems.
• Provide technical support for perimeter intrusion detection, gates, and barrier systems.
• Complete service reports, update job management systems, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Deliver an excellent standard of customer service and communication at all times.
• Participate in the on-call rota and work flexibly, including occasional nights away.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with relevant standards and procedures.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer, Security Systems Engineer, or CCTV Engineer.
• Strong technical knowledge of CCTV systems (analogue and IP), Access Control systems (multi-site and site mustering), and Intruder Alarm Systems.
• Understanding of Networking and IP configuration.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electronic security faults on-site.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and customer-facing skills.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Company vehicle, laptop, mobile phone, and uniform provided.
• Paid travel time and overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive training on advanced integrated systems.
• Clear progression path within a growing security engineering team.

Interested? Call TurnerFox Recruitment or email your CV

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