Fire Alarm Engineer

TXP; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities services provider is seeking a skilled Fire & Security Engineer for retail sites in Stoke. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary of £38,481.37 per annum. Responsibilities include maintenance of fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and more. The ideal candidate will possess an electrical qualification and relevant experience. Join a supportive team that values your expertise and offers ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds).
• Experience with fire systems, CCTV, and EAS.
• Strong communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Handle first-response maintenance for retail stores.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Diagnose faults and recommend solutions.
• Liaise with store managers.
• Complete reports and surveys.

Skills

Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds)

Experience with fire systems

Experience with CCTV

Experience with EAS

PC literacy

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility for on-call duties

Job description

ire & Security Engineer - Retail Sites
Location: Stoke
Salary: 38,481.37 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a skilled Fire & Security Engineer looking for a fresh challenge with a respected facilities services provider? We're hiring on behalf of a major retail client, offering a stable, long-term opportunity with excellent benefits and room to grow.

Key Responsibilities:

You'll be the go-to technical expert for a group of retail stores, handling first-response maintenance and servicing for a range of systems including:

• Fire alarms (BS5839 compliant)
• CCTV (IP & analogue)
• EAS (Sensormatic)
• Access control
• Public address systems
• Automatic pedestrian gates

Your day-to-day will include:

• Responding to service calls and carrying out repairs
• Performing planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Diagnosing faults and recommending solutions
• Ordering and fitting parts to minimise downtime
• Liaising with store managers and keeping them updated
• Completing reports and surveys
• Ensuring all tools and equipment are in top condition

Requirements:

• Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds)
• Experience with fire systems, CCTV, and EAS
• PC literacy and strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and at heights
• IPAF and full UK driving licence
• Colour vision suitable for electrical work
• Flexibility for on-call duties

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Work with a well-established FM provider
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive, professional team environment

Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career with a company that values your expertise and supports your growth.