Fire and Security Systems Engineer

Abel Alarm Company Ltd; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security systems provider in the UK is seeking a Fire & Security Systems Engineer to join their team. This remote position involves covering the Midlands area. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and installing a range of security systems, including CCTV and fire alarms, and must have IT and electrical qualifications. Additional benefits include a company vehicle, competitive salary, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Competitive pay structure

25 days holiday

Great pension

Life assurance scheme

Career progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in installing & servicing fire and security systems.
• Broad technical IT knowledge and electrical principles.
• Comfortable working irregular hours on a call rota.

Responsibilities

• Attend to maintenance calls as directed.
• Rectify faults on the first visit where possible.
• Conduct preventative maintenance visits.
• Maintain accurate records and site configurations.
• Provide training to customers and colleagues.

Skills

Installing & servicing access control systems

CCTV systems

Intruder alarm systems

Installing and servicing fire alarm systems

Technical IT knowledge

Good attention to detail

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Education

IT qualification

Electrical/Electronic qualification

Tools

Windows Operating Systems

Basic electrical measuring tools

Job description

Job Title: Fire & Security Systems Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Engineer in our Fire & Security Systems business team. You will be based remotely and cover the Midlands and surrounding territory.

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (basic) + overtime, call‑out, bonus & benefits. Full‑time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Attend to calls for maintenance (on site and/or by telephone) as directed by team co‑ordinators.
• Rectify all faults on the first visit where rectification is within your control.
• Carry out rolling programme of preventative maintenance visits.
• Collect and record site configuration information.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Provide cover on an out‑of‑hours basis on a rotating basis.
• Commission small projects when required.
• Ensure that audits are carried out of quality procedures.
• Provide training to customers and colleagues as required.
• Carry out any additional tasks that may be required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience installing & servicing a wide product base of access control systems, CCTV systems and intruder alarm systems.
• Experience of installing and servicing fire alarm systems, ideally GENT based.
• An IT qualification and/or Electrical/Electronic qualification.
• A broad technical IT knowledge, i.e. installing various Windows Operating Systems, networking, etc.
• Knowledge of basic electrical principals such as measuring voltage and current drain.
• Good attention to detail to ensure that all paperwork is correctly completed and procedures are followed within the allotted timescales.
• An enthusiastic team player who is able to work well under pressure and maintain a professional approach at all times.
• Comfortable working irregular hours and being on a 24/7 call rota.

Benefits

• Company van/car, mobile phone, uniform & power tools.
• Competitive pay structure – travel time, bonus, commission, overtime payments.
• Call‑out and stand‑by allowance.
• Commission scheme for up‑sell and modifications.
• Great pension.
• 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Perks at work scheme.
• Career progression.