Fire and Security Engineer

Lookout Fire & Security Solutions; Wigan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with personal use

Tools, uniform & PPE provided

Structured training and mentoring

Career progression opportunities as we

Job summary

Lookout Fire & Security Solutions is seeking a Fire & Security Engineer for an on-site, full-time role based in Wigan, covering the North West. You will assist with installation, commissioning and service of fire and security systems, support senior engineers, and ensure systems meet client requirements.

The role involves site travel across Manchester and Lancashire, working with intruder alarms, access control, door entry and nursecall systems.

Qualifications

• Full UK clean driving licence.
• Level 3 qualification within the fire & security or electrical industry, or 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills and customer-facing abilities.
• Punctuality and good time keeping.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fire protection and security systems
• Carry out remedial works and upgrades
• Perform fault finding and diagnostics across multiple systems
• Work with intruder alarms, access control, door entry, nursecall and networking systems
• Ensure all work complies with industry standards and regulations

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Great communication skills

Punctual and time keeping

High organisational skills

Can-do attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification within fire & security or electrical industry

3+ years experience (No Qualification)

Job description

Lookout Fire & Security Solutions is a fast growing company which specialises in the design, installation, commission and service and maintenance of a wide range of fire and security systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality services in all fire and security systems with a customer focused approach. Lookout Fire & Security Solutions is dedicated to maintaining safety and efficiency for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.

We are committed to investing in our people offering training, development, and clear progression opportunities in areas our engineers are passionate about.

Role Description( Fire & Security Engineer):

This is an on-site, full-time engineer role based in Wigan, but covering the North West and surrounding areas. The role / candidate will assist with the installation, commissioning, and maintenance security and fire alarm systems . They will support senior engineers, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure that systems are operational and meet client requirements.

Location: North West

This is a role where you will work / travel to sites as required however predominantly working inManchesterandLancashirearea.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of Fire Protection and Security systems
• Carrying out remedial works and upgrades
• Fault finding and diagnostics across multiple systems
• Working across a variety of systems including:
• Intruder Alarms
• Access Control Systems
• Door Entry Systems
• Nursecall Systems
• Networking Systems
• Ensuring all work is completed to industry standards and regulations

What We Are Looking For:

We’re not just hiring skills — we’re hiring attitude and potential.

**Candidate must have the following**

• Full UK clean driving licence
• Level 3 qualification within the fire & security or electrical industry or 3+ years experience (No Qualification)
• Great communication skills is integral for team and customer relationships
• A ‘can do’ attitude towards any task at hand
• Punctual and good time keeping
• High organisational skills

Package includes

• £26,000 – £40,000 salary (DOE) + overtime available frequently
• Structured training and mentoring
• Career progression opportunities as we grow together
• Company vehicle with personal use (depending on industry experience)
• Tools, uniform & PPE provided
• Stable, long-term career in a growing company