Fire & Security Engineer

Manchester Arndale; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Cambridge is seeking a skilled technician to install and service CCTV, Fire Alarm, and Intruder Alarm Systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, and a full clean driving license. Responsibilities include ensuring that works are completed on time, supporting the site supervisor, and monitoring contractors' quality of work. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in installing and servicing CCTV, Fire Alarm, and Intruder Alarm Systems.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
• Full clean driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure completion of Reactive Works and PPMs.
• Contribute to efficiency and effectiveness of contract.
• Complete service sheets and update compliance logbooks.
• Monitor contractors to maintain standards.
• Support site supervisor in service delivery.

Skills

CCTV Systems installation and servicing

Fire Alarm Systems installation and servicing

Intruder Alarm Systems knowledge

Computerised Access Control Systems

Technical awareness

Health & Safety understanding

Tools

ECS/CSCS/Trade Card

FIA Modules

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure all delegated Reactive Works orders and PPMs are completed within the contract-defined time SLAs & KPIs.
• Provide a significant contribution to overall efficiency, effectiveness and contract profitability and must, therefore, play its part in the overall delivery of service.
• To complete service sheets and update site compliance logbooks accordingly
• To undertake contractor control duties on behalf of the client, including monitoring of contractors and their workmanship, so that relevant standards are met.
• Support the site supervisor with the implementation of an integrated approach for the delivery of all contracted services ensuring that all works are delivered, safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in the installation and servicing of CCTV Systems (Analogue & IP Preferred)
• Experience in the installation and servicing of Fire Alarm Systems (Analogue & Addressable)
• Experience in the installation and servicing of Intruder Alarm Systems (Wired & Wireless) Knowledge and understanding of engineering operations within Critical Environments.
• Experience in the installation and servicing of Computerised Access control systems.
• Sound technical and environmental awareness.
• Permit to Work and Authorisation processes.
• Have a good understanding of Health & Safety issues
• Full clean driving licence
• ECS/CSCS/Trade Card
• FIA Modules

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.