Fire & Security Engineer

Get Staff; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Fuel card

Laptop & mobile phone

Job summary

Get Staff is recruiting a Fire & Security Engineer to cover Leicester and surrounding areas. The role includes installing and maintaining fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and intruder alarms across commercial and domestic sites.

Basic salary ranges from £28,000 to £42,000 per annum, with a company vehicle and progression opportunities. You will join a supportive team with structured training, field-based work, and flexible earnings potential.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control systems.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Good understanding of British Standards and industry regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A methodical and detail-oriented approach to work.
• A commitment to health and safety practices.
• Proven experience in the installation, maintenance, and servicing of fire and security.
• Previous experience in both domestic and commercial environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems in accordance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Perform regular servicing, testing, and preventative maintenance on fire and security systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve faults, ensuring systems are fully functional and meet safety regulations.
• Carry out system upgrades or modifications to meet client requirements and comply with updated standards.
• Complete and maintain accurate records, including service reports, installation certificates, and maintenance logs.
• Work closely with team members and other trades on-site to ensure seamless project delivery.

Skills

Fire alarms knowledge

CCTV experience

Intruder alarms experience

Access control systems

Fault finding

Interpreting drawings

BS & regs knowledge

Independent worker

Team player

Health and safety

Tools

Hikvision

Dahua

Qvis

Paxton

Net2

Job description

Fire & Security Engineer (Fire Alarms, Access Control, CCTV & Intruder Alarms) - Leicester - Basic Salary £28,000 - £42,000 Per Annum

Package Overview:

• £28,000- £42,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
• Plenty of opportunities to increase earnings if wanted
• Company vehicle, pension scheme, fuel card, laptop & mobile phone
• Hours of work- Monday to Friday (40 hours a week)
• Excellent progression and training opportunities
• Area covered - Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire
• Field based role covering a number of sites
• The work is strategically allocated based on each engineer's location

Company Overview - Fire & Security Engineer (Fire Alarms, Access Control, CCTV & Intruder Alarms)

An excellent opportunity has become available within a well-established and highly regarded company in the fire and security industry.

This growing organisation is recognised for its expertise in designing, installing, and maintaining cutting-edge systems for clients across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors.

You will join a supportive and collaborative team that values quality and teamwork. Work is carefully planned and allocated based on each engineer's strengths and location to ensure high standards and efficiency.

The role comes with full training, ongoing support, and the tools needed to carry out your work effectively and confidently.

Fire & Security Engineer (Fire Alarms, Access Control, CCTV & Intruder Alarms) Role and Responsibilities:

• Install fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems in accordance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Perform regular servicing, testing, and preventative maintenance on fire and security systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve faults, ensuring systems are fully functional and meet safety regulations.
• Carry out system upgrades or modifications to meet client requirements and comply with updated standards.
• Complete and maintain accurate records, including service reports, installation certificates, and maintenance logs.
• Work closely with team members and other trades on-site to ensure seamless project delivery.

Fire & Security Engineer (Fire Alarms, Access Control, CCTV & Intruder Alarms) Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control systems.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Good understanding of British Standards and industry regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A methodical and detail-oriented approach to work.
• A commitment to health and safety practices.
• Proven experience in the installation, maintenance, and servicing of fire and security.
• Previous experience in both domestic and commercial environments is advantageous.

Why apply for this role?

• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Plenty of opportunities to increase your earnings.
• Excellent work life balance.
• Supportive work environment.
• Carefully planned out work schedules.
• Opportunities to train in other areas across the business.

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