Fire and Security Commissioning Engineer

Secureshield Ltd; Backworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

On-call travel

Finders fee up to £1,000 per referral

Fully expensed van

Mobile phone

Laptop

Private health insurance

Life insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Secureshield Ltd is seeking a Fire & Security Commissioning Engineer to join our Newcastle Upon Tyne team. The role focuses on commissioning and testing fire alarms and security systems, ensuring high-quality handovers to clients and strict adherence to standards.

Qualified engineers with strong commissioning and electrical testing skills will thrive in this on-site position, with a fully equipped workflow and clear progression within a fast-growing group.

Qualifications

• BS7858 security screening and Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS) required.
• Equal opportunities employer; diverse backgrounds encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning and testing fire alarms, security systems, and TECS equipment.
• Fault-finding and delivering systems to finish line.
• Collaborating with design and install teams to deliver top-tier projects.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Supporting smooth client handovers with confidence and clarity.

Skills

Commissioning

Electrical engineering

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Client communication

Fire & Security sector experience

Education

Electrical/technical qualifications

Job description

Fire & Security Commissioning Engineer - Newcastle Upon Tyne

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Salary ranges £35K-£45K per annum, depending on experience and skill set.

Ready to join a team where your technical skill actually gets recognized.

Secureshield — part of the Ranger Fire & Security Group — is growing fast, and we're looking for a Commissioning Engineer who wants more than "just another job." If you thrive on solving problems, commissioning systems the right way, and being trusted as the expert on site, you'll fit right in.

Why Engineers Choose Us

• £35K-£45K depending on experience and capability
• Flexible working hours
• On call travel door to door
• Finders fee up £1,000 per referral
• Fully expensed van + mobile phone + laptop
• Private health insurance & life insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and you can buy more)
• Paid training & relevant courses
• Clear progression in a rapidly expanding group
• Supportive culture — you're part of a team, not a payroll number

What You'll Be Doing

• Commissioning and testing fire alarms, security systems, and TECS equipment
• Fault-finding like a pro and getting systems over the finish line
• Working closely with design and install teams to deliver top-tier projects
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Supporting smooth client handovers with confidence and clarity

What You Bring

• Strong commissioning and electrical engineering skills
• Solid experience with electrical testing and verification
• A knack for troubleshooting and solving problems under pressure
• Knowledge of fire & security standards
• Confidence communicating with clients and colleagues
• Experience in the Fire & Security sector (ideal but not essential)
• Relevant electrical/technical qualifications

Successful candidates are subject to BS7858 security screening and Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS).

As an equal opportunities' employer, RangerFS is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Ranger