Fire & Security Engineer

JLB Recruitment Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Smartphone and laptop

Dedicated training manager

Access to fully equipped training room

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

Fire & Security Systems Engineer role recruiting for a dynamic technical team in the UK. You will install, commission, service and maintain a range of life-safety and security systems across commercial and residential sites.

The position emphasises high workmanship standards, customer service excellence, and regulatory compliance, with an on-call rota and a company vehicle provided for on-site work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with fire and/or security systems.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional attitude with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service and maintain fire and security systems.
• Diagnose faults and repair across multiple system types.
• Work with fire alarm, intruder, CCTV, access control, and door entry systems.
• Ensure compliance with British Standards and regulations.
• Complete job reports and documentation accurately.
• Provide a professional, customer-focused service on-site.
• Participate in an on-call rota (days only).

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Testers

Drills

Equipment provided

Job description

Job Title: Fire & Security Systems Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Fire & Security Systems Engineer to join a growing and professional technical team. This role involves the installation, maintenance, servicing, and fault diagnosis of a range of electronic security and life‑safety systems across commercial and residential sites.

The successful candidate will be committed to high standards of workmanship, customer service, and compliance, with strong technical knowledge and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, commissioning, servicing, and maintenance of fire and security systems
• Fault finding and repair across multiple system types
• Working on systems including (but not limited to):
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Intruder alarms
  • CCTV systems
  • Access control systems
  • Door entry and associated communications systems
• Completing works in line with relevant British Standards and regulations
• Accurately completing job reports and documentation
• Providing a professional and customer‑focused service on‑site
• Participating in an on‑call rota (split into days, not weeks)

Working Hours

08:00 – 16:30

• Overtime paid at 1.5× when working past contracted hours on weekdays

• Paid travel time for journeys exceeding 30 minutes each way

Benefits & Package

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas bonus
• Performance‑based bonus
• On‑call rota split into days (no 7 consecutive days on call)
• Company vehicle
• Fuel card
• Smartphone and laptop
• All required tools and equipment provided (testers, drills, etc.)
• Dedicated training manager
• Access to a fully equipped training room for ongoing development and upskilling

Training & Development

You will benefit from structured and ongoing training, supported by a dedicated training manager. Additional training will be provided in any areas where development is required, ensuring continued technical progression and compliance with industry standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working with fire and/or security systems
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
• Good understanding of industry standards and regulations
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional attitude with strong communication skills