Fire & Security Alarm Engineer

S1jobs; Kirkintilloch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools and equipment

Company pension

Paid holidays

Bonus scheme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Devtech Security Limited, based in the Glasgow area, is seeking an experienced Fire & Security Alarm Engineer to join the team and help shape the business. You will own varied projects and work closely with the management to drive growth across Scotland.

The role covers installing, servicing, fault-finding and commissioning fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV systems, plus maintenance and documentation. UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to independently service, fault-find, install and commission fire alarm, intruder alarm and CCTV systems.
• Strong experience across all three disciplines (3–5 years).
• Knowledge of BS 5839-1 and relevant industry standards.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, fault-find and commission fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, repairs, alterations and upgrades.
• Complete service, testing and commissioning documentation.
• Liaise professionally with customers and site personnel.
• Work in accordance with BS 5839-1 and industry standards.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Intruder alarm systems

CCTV systems

Fault-finding

Customer liaison

Education

Level 3 BS 5839-1 qualification

CSCS card

Job description

Devtech Security Limited is a small, established and growing fire and security company based in the Glasgow area, serving customers across Scotland.

We’re looking for an experienced Fire & Security Alarm Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of the business. You’ll work closely with the people running the company, take ownership of varied projects and have opportunities to progress as Devtech grows.

The Role

• Installing, servicing, fault-finding and commissioning fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV systems.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance, repairs, alterations and upgrades.
• Completing service, testing and commissioning documentation.
• Liaising professionally with customers and site personnel.
• Completing work in accordance with relevant British Standards and industry requirements.

Essential Skills And Experience

You must be competent to independently service, fault-find, install and commission fire alarm, intruder alarm and CCTV systems.

We’re Looking For Someone With

• Strong experience across all three disciplines, ideally gained over at least three to five years.
• Practical knowledge of conventional and addressable fire alarms, commercial intruder alarms and modern IP CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of BS 5839-1 and relevant industry standards.
• The ability to work unsupervised, manage their workload and solve problems confidently.
• A professional approach, good organisational skills and pride in delivering high-quality work.
• A full UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills And Qualifications

• A regulated Level 3 qualification covering BS 5839-1.
• A CSCS card.
• Experience with access control systems.

Benefits

• A salary of £30,000–£44,000, depending on experience.
• A full-time, permanent, salaried position.
• Company vehicle, tools and equipment.
• Company pension, paid holidays and a bonus scheme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunities to take on greater responsibility as the business grows.
• Varied work throughout Scotland with a Glasgow and Central Scotland base.

If you’re an experienced Fire & Security Alarm Engineer looking for a long-term role where your skills are valued and you can make a real contribution, we’d love to hear from you.