Fire And Security

Recruitment Helpline; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension

Private medical care

Company phone and tablet

Company van and fuel card

22 Days holiday rising with service +

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Fire and Security Engineer to join a well-established contractor. The role covers installation, maintenance, and commissioning of fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV and access control, with a focus on safety and high-quality customer service.

You will perform planned maintenance, reactive service calls, and small installs; a valid full driving licence and at least 3 years' experience are required.

Qualifications

• An industry specific accredited qualification (or working towards).
• A very good understanding of BS5839-1.
• Work on systems including fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, access control and associated equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently and safely.
• Be able to manage own workload and arrange appointments with customers.
• 3 years minimum experience and a valid full Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on fire, security and electrical systems.
• Handle reactive service calls and small installs for fire alarms and access control.
• Provide high level of customer service at all times.
• Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicles to a professional standard.

Skills

BS5839-1 knowledge

Fault diagnosis

Customer service

Education

Industry accredited qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Fire/security systems knowledge

Job description

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire and Security Engineer to join a well-established company.

Pay

£32,000.00-£36,000.00 per year depending on experience. Standby Payments for on call support - £20 per night + double time per call door to door, minimum 2 hours for 1st call. 1 week in 6. Travel time paid minus 30 minutes each way

Benefits

Company vehicle, phone and tablet, pension, private medical and more.

Job Description

They are a Fire, Security and Electrical contractors based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. They specialise in Installation, maintenance and commission of Fire alarm's ( BAFE accredited ) Emergency lighting, Access control, Door entry, Intruder alarms, CCTV and all aspects of electrical work.

The company prides itself on their excellent customer service and attention to detail and are looking for a self-motivated professional individual.

The role will involve carrying out planned preventative maintenance, reactive service calls and small installs on a variety of Fire alarm, door entry, access control and security alarm systems. Knowledge of CCTV would be an advantage but not essential.

What we are looking for

• An industry specific accredited qualification. (or working towards)
• A very good understanding of BS5839-1.
• Work on systems including fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, access control and associated equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently and safely
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times.
• Be able to manage own workload and arrange appointments with customers.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in accordance with company procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant legislation.
• Opportunities to gain manufacturer and industry qualifications.
• Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicles to a professional standard.
• Good communication skills, be a Team player.
• Flexible and available to participate in a call out rota.
• You will need a valid full Driving Licence
• 3 years minimum experience.

In return you will receive

• On-going development and training
• 22 Days holiday rising with service up to 27 days + bank holidays. Standby on bank holidays will be given back in lieu
• Company phone and tablet
• Company Van and fuel card
• Pension Scheme
• Private medical care

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need