Fire & Security Engineer

Osborne Appointments; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

On-call allowance

Pension scheme

4 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Osborne Appointments is seeking an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to perform maintenance and service across fire alarm, intruder, CCTV (analogue & IP), and access control systems at commercial sites. The role combines independence with team collaboration and offers ongoing training and occasional UK/international travel.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in fire or security, strong fault-finding skills, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the fire and/or security industry
• Strong fault-finding and maintenance experience across fire and security systems
• Good understanding of CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control systems
• Excellent customer-facing and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on Fire alarms, Intruder alarms, CCTV systems, Access control systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs across fire and security systems
• Work independently on customer sites and occasionally as part of a team
• Ensure all work is completed in line with industry standards and regulations
• Accurately complete service reports and documentation using mobile devices
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
• Participate in an on-call rota (1 in 10, after initial onboarding period)

Skills

Fire & security systems

Fault finding

Customer-facing

Driving licence

Job description

Job Title

Fire & Security Engineer

Location

Field-Based – London & South East

Salary

Up to £50,000 per annum + Overtime + Company Vehicle

Job Type

Permanent, Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, fire and security specialist.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join a close-knit and professional team, delivering high-quality service across a range of commercial and high-profile sites. The role offers a strong mix of independence and team collaboration, with opportunities for training, progression, and occasional UK and international travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on:
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Intruder alarms
  • CCTV systems (analogue & IP)
  • Access control systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs across fire and security systems
• Work independently on customer sites and occasionally as part of a team
• Ensure all work is completed in line with industry standards and regulations
• Accurately complete service reports and documentation using mobile devices
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
• Participate in an on-call rota (1 in 10, after initial onboarding period)

What They’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the fire and/or security industry
• Strong fault-finding and maintenance experience across fire and security systems
• Good understanding of CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control systems
• Excellent customer-facing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle (fully expensed)
• Paid on-call allowance + call-out rates
• Company credit card for expenses
• Mobile phone and tablet/laptop provided
• Full PPE, uniform, and tools supplied
• Ongoing training and development (in-house & manufacturer-led)
• Pension scheme
• 4 weeks holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Supportive, team-oriented working environment

Additional Information

• Opportunity to travel across the UK and occasionally overseas (fully expensed)
• Security screening required (BS7858) and potential UK Government vetting
• Office visits required in Surrey when necessary
• Strong focus on employee wellbeing, including mental health support and wellbeing initiatives
• Accredited to recognised industry and quality standards