Fire & Security Engineer

FM Search & Select Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fire and security sector is seeking a Fire & Security Engineer to join their team. The role involves servicing and maintaining fire alarms, intruder alarms, access control systems, and CCTV across commercial contracts in the East of Scotland. The ideal candidate will have proven experience and knowledge of industry standards, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while providing excellent customer service.

Benefits

Fully equipped company van

Fuel card

Overtime payments

Ongoing training

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fire and security system installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of key industry standards like BS5839 and BS5266.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service fire detection and life safety systems to BS5839 standards.
• Maintain and repair security systems including intruder alarms and CCTV.

Skills

Fault-Finding

Customer Service

Tools

Texecom

Galaxy

Hikvision

Paxton

Kentec

Job description

Job Title: Fire & Security Engineer
Location: Edinburgh & the East of Scotland
Salary: 35- 40k + Company Van + Overtime + On-Call Allowance
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role:
Our Client is urgently seeking an experienced and reliable Fire & Security Engineer to join their growing team due to new contract wins across the East of Scotland. The successful candidate will be responsible for the servicing, and maintenance of fire alarms, intruder alarms, access control systems, and CCTV systems across a range of commercial contracts in the Central Belt & East of Scotland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, commission, and service fire detection and life safety systems to BS5839 standards

• Maintain and repair security systems including intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV

• Carry out fault finding and reactive repairs

• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with client schedules

• Provide professional and courteous customer service on client sites

• Ensure all work complies with current health & safety regulations and company procedures

• Participate in on-call rota for emergency response (1 in 4 or as required)

• Maintain accurate records and complete job reports via PDA or service software

Requirements:

• Proven experience in fire and security system installation and maintenance

• Knowledge of key industry standards (e.g. BS5839, BS5266, NSI or SSAIB schemes)

• Experience with a range of manufacturers (e.g. Texecom, Galaxy, Hikvision, Paxton, Kentec)

• Full UK driving licence (essential)

• Ability to pass standard DBS

• Strong fault-finding skills and a professional approach to customer service

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Fully equipped company van and fuel card

• Overtime and call-out payments

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Uniform, tools, and PPE provided

• Pension scheme