Fire & Security Engineer - South

Guide Security; Darwen; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted company in fire and security is seeking a skilled Service and Installation Engineer to work across various fire and security systems. This role involves installing, commissioning, servicing, and maintaining systems to ensure high standards of safety and service. The ideal candidate has 2-5+ years of experience, strong diagnostic skills, and a full UK driving licence. This opportunity includes competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development support.

Benefits

Training and development programmes

Competitive salary

Generous leave allowance

Company pension scheme

Medicash health plan

Wellbeing support

Employee discount scheme

Company vehicle

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years' experience in the fire & security industry.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Organised, self-motivated, and customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service and maintain fire and security systems.
• Attend emergency callouts and complete routine / reactive maintenance.
• Review job specs and drawings to plan efficient project delivery.

Skills

Fire alarms

CCTV

Access control

Intruder systems

Fault-finding skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Tools

Galaxy

Texecom

Paxton

Morley

Job description

Fire & Security Service and Installation Engineer - South

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 17:00

Location: Field-based, South - Bristol, Oxford and Swindon area

Salary Range: Up to £35,000 depending on experience

Contract type: Permanent

Your next role

Are you an experienced Fire & Security Engineer looking to take the next step in your career?

We're looking for a skilled Service and Installation Engineer to join our team, working across a wide range of fire and security systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a growing, forward-thinking company where your skills and initiative will be truly valued.

As part of the team, you'll be responsible for installing, commissioning, servicing, and maintaining a wide variety of Fire & Security systems, ensuring our customers receive the highest standards of safety and service.

What you will be doing

• Install, commission, service and maintain fire and security systems
• Attend emergency callouts and complete routine / reactive maintenance
• Review job specs and drawings to plan efficient project delivery
• Identify and report potential upgrade or sales opportunities
• Complete accurate electronic job sheets, timesheets, and reports
• Maintain clear communication with the Helpdesk and supervisors
• Support colleagues with technical advice and site assistance
• Represent the company professionally and maintain issued equipment

Who we are looking for

• 2-5+ years' experience in the fire & security industry
• Skilled in fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and intruder systems
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of relevant BS & EN standards
• Experience with systems such as Galaxy, Texecom, Paxton, Morley, etc.
• Confident communicator with good IT skills (MS Office + software tools)
• Organised, self-motivated, and customer-focused
• Full UK driving licence

Who we are

Guide Security, is a trusted name in the fire and security industry with over 30 years of experience. We specialise in the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of integrated fire and security solutions for clients across the UK. Our reputation is built on technical excellence, outstanding customer service, and a commitment to safety and innovation. We're proud to support our team with continuous training, professional development, and a collaborative working environment.

We foster an inclusive, supportive culture where wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance are at the heart of what we do.

Why come and work for us

Here at Guide we know that it is our colleagues that are the key to our success. Working with us you will be part of a friendly and inclusive team, where we want you to bring your ideas and personality to the table. As we always strive to develop and improve, we are committed to supporting our colleagues do the same, therefore investing in our people is cornerstone of our business. We offer :

• Training and development programmes
• Support for professional qualifications and career progression, including apprenticeships
• A collaborative, inclusive workplace where every voice is valued
• Competitive salary
• Generous leave allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Medicash health plan (supporting everyday healthcare costs and wellbeing)
• Wellbeing support, including access to mental health resources
• Employee discount scheme
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Company vehicle

If yo'ure looking to grow your career with a forward-thinking company that makes a real difference, to peoples safety and to the planet, we'd love to hear from you!

How to apply

Ready to join a growing, supportive team where your skills matter?

Apply now via CVMinder!

Diversity and inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what makes a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support and embrace diversity.

If you are an individual with a disability, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please let us know.