Fire and Security Engineer

4Way Recruitment Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Company pension

33 days holiday including Bank Holiday

Job summary

4Way Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Fire & Security Technician for Peterborough and surrounding areas. The role offers a base salary of £38,000–£40,000 with overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will service and fault-find across Fire & Security systems, attend reactive calls, and ensure high standards of safety and documentation. A full UK driving licence is required, with additional qualifications or certifications welcomed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within the Fire & Security industry.
• Relevant educational qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
• Electrical qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds or similar.
• Previous experience working on CCTV systems, including networked and traditional platforms.
• Knowledge of fire detection and alarm systems.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• IPAF certification would be beneficial, although training can be provided.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and fault-finding across a range of Fire & Security systems.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance visits in line with client requirements.
• Attend reactive breakdowns and service requests within agreed response times.
• Diagnose system faults and implement effective repair solutions.
• Identify equipment requiring replacement or further remedial works.
• Accurately complete service documentation and compliance records.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with relevant industry standards.
• Maintain a high level of customer service while working on client sites.

Skills

Fire & Security industry experience

Fault finding

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds)

IPAF certification (beneficial)

Job description

Fire & Security Technician – £38k–£40k | Overtime | Private Healthcare

Location of Works: Peterborough & Surrounding Areas

Salary Bracket: £38,000 – £40,000 Basic Salary

On-Target Earnings (OTE): £40,000+ with Overtime

Industry: Fire & Security

ABOUT OUR CUSTOMER

Our customer is an established and expanding technical services provider with a strong portfolio of commercial contracts and a growing engineering team.

Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Fire & Security Technician to join the business on a long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to work across a varied customer base, with ongoing training, career development and a strong package of benefits.

The successful candidate will be joining a professional and supportive organisation where quality of service and investment in its engineers are key priorities.

Salary & Benefits – Fire & Security Technician

• £38,000 – £40,000 basic salary
• Paid travel after the first 30 minutes each way
• Overtime opportunities
• 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Fully equipped company vehicle
• Tools, equipment and technology provided
• Employee reward and discount schemes
• Referral incentive programme

Key Responsibilities – Fire & Security Technician

• Carry out routine servicing and fault-finding across a range of Fire & Security systems.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance visits in line with client requirements.
• Attend reactive breakdowns and service requests within agreed response times.
• Diagnose system faults and implement effective repair solutions.
• Identify equipment requiring replacement or further remedial works.
• Accurately complete service documentation and compliance records.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with relevant industry standards.
• Maintain a high level of customer service while working on client sites.

Skills & Experience – Fire & Security Technician

• Previous experience working within the Fire & Security industry.
• Relevant educational qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
• Electrical qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds or similar.
• Previous experience working on CCTV systems, including networked and traditional platforms.
• Knowledge of fire detection and alarm systems.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• IPAF certification would be beneficial, although training can be provided.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Why Join this Company?

• Join a successful and growing organisation within the Fire & Security sector.
• Excellent opportunities for training and career progression.
• Secure, long-term position with a strong pipeline of work.
• Supportive management team and positive working environment.
• Attractive package with opportunities to increase earnings through overtime.
• Work across a diverse range of commercial sites and systems.

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