Fire & Security Engineer

Mitie; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and security company is seeking an experienced Engineer to ensure effective delivery of PPM and reactive works. The role involves servicing and installing fire alarms, CCTV, and access control systems while adhering to regulatory standards. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience in the industry, with a focus on health and safety compliance. This position offers opportunities for personal development through training.

Qualifications

• Experience in PPM, reactive calls, and small works in the fire & security systems industry.
• Capability to follow health and safety legislation and standards.
• Experience with service test and inspection and fault-finding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, testing, inspection, repairs, and installations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in company training for technical knowledge updates.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving abilities

Health and safety compliance

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Engineer to work as a member of the Mitie Fire & Security Systems Operations Field service team. You'll ensure effective delivery of PPM, reactive calls and additional small works, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

You'll be expected to carry out routine servicing, testing, inspection, repairs and installation of fire alarms, CCTV, access control and intruder alarm/associated equipment and products to the relevant legislative and qualitative standards, alongside appropriate documentation and records in a timely and appropriate manner. You should have excellent communication skills, alongside basic Microsoft Word and Excel literacy.

You should be capable of working to high levels of health and safety requirements and having previous experience in a similar role carrying out PPM, reactive calls and small works in the fire & security systems industry. Service test and inspection experience to the relevant standards/codes is also expected, including fault‑finding techniques. You will also be expected to actively attend and participate in any company‑initiated training to maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of the technical aspects of the role.

The ideal candidate would have previous experience with PPM, accident reporting or RAMS, alongside following health and safety legislation, preferably in the engineering field. Sharing technical and problem‑solving abilities and knowledge with colleagues, alongside an ability to take initiative and work with little supervision, is also ideal.