Fire & Security Engineer

The Electronics Group Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is recruiting Fire & Security Engineers across South East England. Candidates will perform maintenance and commissioning of fire and security systems, providing excellent service to clients. Strong technical expertise and compliance with regulations are essential. A competitive salary and growth support are included in the offer.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Support for growth and development

Company vehicle and travel schemes

Life insurance and assistance programs

Qualifications

• Field experience in commissioning, fault finding, repairs, and maintenance of fire & security systems.
• Satisfactory completion of Security Screening to British Standard (BS7858).
• A full clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, reactive response, and commissioning activities within client portfolio.
• Servicing and maintaining equipment onsite while adhering to client values.
• Being 'on call' for out-of-hours emergency cover.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal awareness

Teamwork

Client focus

Education

Technical qualifications such as FIA 1-5 or equivalent

Health & Safety certifications like IOSH, CSCS (FESS)

Job description

Due to continued growth, our client is recruiting for Fire & Security Engineers within South East England and surrounding areas. As part of an Elite Technology Centre for GENT systems, we seek fully trained engineers skilled in fire and security systems to work across key customer accounts nationwide.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the role involves maintenance, reactive response, and commissioning activities within our client portfolio. Systems include fire alarms, fire extinguishers, security systems, door access, CCTV, and others.

Our engineers provide excellent service to our clients, including servicing and maintaining equipment onsite while adhering to the client's core values. Accurate reporting and escalation of works are required. The role also involves being 'on call' for out-of-hours emergency cover.

Requirements:

• Field experience in commissioning, fault finding, repairs, and maintenance of fire & security systems.
• Satisfactory completion of Security Screening to British Standard (BS7858).
• A full clean driving licence.

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Forward thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal awareness and concern for impact.
• Teamwork, collaboration, and leadership abilities.
• Client focus and relationship management.
• Pursuit of excellence and commitment to values.

Qualifications & Training:

• Technical qualifications such as FIA 1-5 or equivalent.
• Health & Safety certifications like IOSH, CSCS (FESS), or equivalent.
• Relevant product training (desirable).

What’s on offer:

• Support for growth and development.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Competitive pay based on experience, travel, overtime, and commission.
• Company vehicle, cycle to work, and car salary sacrifice schemes.
• Life insurance, referral schemes, discounts, and assistance programs.

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by emailing our Managing Consultant, Vickie, with their CV. We regret that this client will not sponsor work permits or transfers. Candidates must prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

The Electronics Group is an employment consultancy with vacancies across the UK for electrical, electronics, and engineering professionals. We can assist you if you are seeking work in this field.

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