Fire & Security Engineer

Girling Jones Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Fire & Security Engineer to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role offers the opportunity to service and maintain fire and security systems across diverse residential and commercial properties. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the field, with proven expertise in CCTV, intruder alarms, and fire alarm systems. You will be part of a supportive team, conducting inspections and ensuring compliance with British standards. Enjoy a full-time schedule with a company vehicle and generous holiday allowance. If you're ready to advance your career in a rewarding environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

32 Days Holiday

On-Call Rota with Additional Earnings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fire and security roles.
• Proven experience with various security systems and standards.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining fire and security systems.
• Conducting inspections and certifying compliant systems.
• Responding to emergency call-outs and on-call rota.

Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service Ethic

Experience with Intruder Alarms

Experience with CCTV Systems

Experience with Access Control

Knowledge of British Standards

Education

NVQ or City & Guilds Qualifications

Time-Served Trade Qualifications

Tools

Fire Alarm Systems

Wiring Diagrams

Job description

I am working with a trusted maintenance contractor who are based in Bristol to recruit a Fire & Security Engineer to join the team.
Duties will include:

• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing fire and security systems across residential and commercial properties
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out corrective works on CCTV, access control, intruder, PA, and fire alarm systems
• Conducting inspections, tests, and system upgrades in line with current British Standards
• Certifying compliant systems and maintaining accurate service records
• Working from wiring diagrams and schematics to ensure technical precision
• Responding to emergency call–outs and participating in the on–call rota
• Collaborating with wider teams and contractors on larger projects

You will need:

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar fire and security role
• Proven experience with Intruder Alarms, CCTV (Analogue/IP), Access Control, Public Address Systems, and both conventional and addressable Fire Alarms
• NVQ, City & Guilds, or time–served trade qualifications
• Solid working knowledge of current industry and British standards
• Comfortable with IT for reporting and work tracking
• Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided)
• Willingness to undertake a DBS check
• Excellent problem solving skills, great attention to detail, and a strong customer service ethic

In return:

• Company vehicle provided
• 32 days holiday
• Full–time hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm
• On–call rota with additional earning opportunities

If you are a skilled Fire & Security Engineer ready to take the next step in your career, send your CV or get in touch with Michelle for more info.