Fire & Security Installation Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Company van

Tools provided

Company pension

Training & certification

Career progression

Diverse projects

Job summary

Alecto Recruitment is seeking a Multi-Discipline Fire & Security Installation Engineer to work on varied commercial projects in Manchester. This role focuses on installation across multiple disciplines rather than service calls and offers a strong pipeline of work.

You will install Fire Alarm, Intruder, CCTV and Access Control systems, carry out first and second fix works, configure containment and cabling, assist with commissioning and handover, and liaise with clients and site teams.

Qualifications

• Experience installing Fire & Security systems across commercial environments.
• Strong knowledge of at least two disciplines among Fire Alarms, Intruder Alarms, CCTV, Access Control.

Responsibilities

• Installing Fire Alarm and Security systems across commercial sites.
• Installing and configuring Intruder, CCTV and Access Control systems.
• Carrying out first and second fix installation works.
• Installing containment, cabling and associated equipment.
• Assisting with commissioning and system handover.
• Working from drawings and project specifications.
• Diagnosing installation issues and resolving problems on site.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and health & safety.
• Liaising with customers, site managers and other contractors.

Skills

Fire & Security installation

Site commissioning

Tools

CCTV equipment

Access control hardware

Job description

Multi-Discipline Fire & Security Installation Engineer

LOCATION - Manchester

Up to £42,000 + Overtime + Benefits

Alecto Recruitment is looking to hear from experienced Multi-Discipline Fire & Security Installation Engineers who want to work for an established company with a strong pipeline of projects.

This is an opportunity for an engineer who enjoys installation rather than being stuck doing the same service calls every day, with the chance to work across multiple Fire & Security disciplines and develop your technical skillset.

What You Get

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Company van, tools and equipment.
• Company pension.
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training.
• Long-term career progression.
• Varied commercial projects rather than repetitive work.
• Supportive engineering and management team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Installing Fire Alarm and Security systems across commercial sites.
• Installing and configuring Intruder, CCTV and Access Control systems.
• Carrying out first and second fix installation works.
• Installing containment, cabling and associated equipment.
• Assisting with commissioning and system handover.
• Working from drawings and project specifications.
• Diagnosing installation issues and resolving problems on site.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and health & safety.
• Liaising with customers, site managers and other contractors.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience installing Fire & Security systems.
• Strong experience in at least two of the following:
  • Fire Alarms
  • Intruder Alarms
  • CCTV
  • Access Control
• Installation experience across commercial environments.
• Good understanding of cabling, containment and system infrastructure.
• Commissioning experience is advantageous.
• FIA, ECS, CSCS or equivalent qualifications desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Someone practical, reliable and capable of working independently.If you're an engineer who can turn up on site and get the job installed, this could be worth a conversation.