Fire And Security Engineer

Secure and Recruit Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £45,500

Travel paid

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Weekly pay

£175 standby payment

1 in 6 call-out rota

Job summary

Secure and Recruit Ltd is seeking a Fire Alarm and Security Engineer to cover the North-East region. The role involves installing and servicing systems on commercial and construction sites, with a focus on reliability and compliance.

You will handle fault-finding, commissioning, and testing, while maintaining high workmanship and customer service. A full UK driving licence is required and a 1 in 6 call-out rota may apply.

Qualifications

• Experienced Fire Alarm or Security Engineer with strong fault-finding skills.
• Willingness to cover North-East area on commercial and construction sites.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install or service Fire Alarm and/or Security systems on commercial sites.
• Respond to faults and technical issues promptly.
• Complete commissioning and testing where required.
• Produce service reports and maintain documentation.
• Maintain high workmanship and customer service standards.
• Participate in a 1 in 6 call-out rota where applicable.

Skills

Fire Alarm

Security Systems

Fault-Finding

Job description

Fire And Security Engineer - Installation and Service Roles Available

Package Details

• Basic salary up to 45,500
• Travel paid minus 15 minutes each way
• 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• 175 standby payment
• 1 in 6 call-out rota - Call-out optional for Installation Engineers
• Weekly pay
• Predominantly commercial sites

Company Overview

An established Fire & Security specialist with a strong presence across the commercial sector is looking to strengthen its engineering team with experienced Fire Alarm and Security Engineers.

The business delivers a combination of fire alarm, security and life-safety solutions, supporting commercial customers through installation, servicing, maintenance and technical support.

With a strong focus on engineering standards and customer service, this is an opportunity to join a structured operation where engineers are trusted to work independently while having the support of an established technical team.

Role Overview

This role would suit an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer, Security Engineer or multi-disciplined Fire & Security Engineer looking for a stable position covering the North-East area.

You will be responsible for attending predominantly commercial and construction sites to undertake service, maintenance, fault-finding and repairs, ensuring systems remain operational and compliant.

There are also opportunities for installation engineer who would be interested in project work throughout the North East!

Key Responsibilities

• Either Install OR service across Fire Alarm and/or Security systems across commercial and construction sites
• Respond to reactive faults and technical issues
• Complete commissioning and testing where required
• Identify additional works and provide clear technical recommendations
• Complete service reports and relevant documentation (Service Engineers only)
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and customer service
• Work independently across an established local patch
• Participate in the 1 in 6 call-out rota where applicable

A full UK driving licence is required, along with a professional approach to customer-facing engineering work.

Why Consider This Role?

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced engineer who wants good earning potential without sacrificing a local working area.

With salaries reaching 45,500, travel paid after the first 15 minutes each way, 175 standby and the option to avoid call-out if you're an Installation Engineer, the package has been structured around experienced engineers looking for a long-term move.

At Secure & Recruit, we pride ourselves on offering a trustworthy and personalised recruitment experience. As experts in the Fire & Security sector, we partner with the industry's leading employers to bring you roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Your preferences will be fully discussed to ensure the best fit possible.