Fire And Security Engineer

Midas Selection (Midlands) Ltd; Metchley; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering company in the UK is seeking an experienced Security Engineer / Installer to join their team. This permanent, remote-based role involves installing and maintaining electronic security systems including intruder alarms and CCTV. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience and relevant qualifications. The position offers a salary up to £40,000, flexible hours, and a range of benefits including annual leave and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Company van for private use

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience installing and maintaining security systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of intruder alarms and CCTV.
• Confident in diagnosing faults and commissioning systems.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control.
• Conduct maintenance and fault diagnosis on security systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Intruder alarms installation

CCTV systems installation

Access control systems

Fault diagnosis

Customer service

Education

Relevant technical qualifications (City & Guilds, 18th Edition)

Job description

Security Engineer / Installer

Midlands based | Up to £40,000 + Package | Permanent

We’re looking for an experienced Security Engineer / Installer to join a growing engineering team, carrying out installations, maintenance and fault‑finding on a range of electronic security systems across the West Midlands. This is a remote‑based role with no out‑of‑town working.

What You’ll Do

• Install and commission intruder alarms, CCTV, access control and related security systems
• Carry out servicing, maintenance and efficient fault diagnosis
• Ensure all work meets industry standards (BS EN 50131, PD 6662, SSAIB / NSI, GDPR)
• Provide clear system guidance and excellent customer service to clients
• Complete accurate job sheets, reports and compliance documentation
• Work collaboratively with the operations team and support junior engineers when needed

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ experience installing and maintaining security systems
• Strong technical knowledge of intruder alarms, IP / analogue CCTV and access control
• Confident in diagnosing faults and commissioning systems
• Solid understanding of industry regulations and compliance requirements
• Relevant qualifications (City & Guilds, 18th Edition, SSAIB / NSI) desirable
• Full UK driving licence and ability to pass a DBS check
• Excellent communication, organisation and customer service skills

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £40,000 (with some flexibility DOE)
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Company van (available for private use)
• Monday–Friday working hours (8.30am–5pm)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities