Fire & Security Multiskilled Installation Engineer

Secom Plc; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private dental and health cover

Life insurance

Pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

SECOM Rewards Programme

Job summary

SECOM Plc is seeking an experienced installation engineer to fit fire and security systems across client sites in the UK. You will ensure installations meet design specifications, comply with safety standards, and deliver high quality workmanship while coordinating with project teams.

The role requires reading technical drawings, completing digital documentation, ordering parts, and keeping customers informed through timely site updates.

Qualifications

• Proven installation experience on fire and security systems.
• Ability to read and interpret plans/drawings.
• Proficient in completing digital documentation and ordering parts.
• UK driving licence required.
• Customer-focused and able to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Install systems to design specifications and client expectations.
• Read plans and drawings; complete digital documentation.
• Order parts and coordinate with site teams.
• Provide site updates to project teams and handovers.

Skills

Installation experience

Reading drawings

Digital documentation

Client liaison

UK driving licence

Tools

Pyronix

IP CCTV

Access control

Wireless alarms

Addressable fire alarms

Job description

Responsible for the installation of a range of fire and security systems including intruder alarms, access control, IP CCTV, fire and life safety systems. You'll ensure all systems are installed to design specifications and in line with client expectations, delivering high standards of workmanship, compliance, and safety.

Include installing systems to meet technical specifications, reading and interpreting plans and drawings, completing all digital documentation, ordering parts, collecting equipment, and providing site updates to project teams. You'll liaise closely with internal departments and clients, work to strict deadlines, and ensure a smooth transition during project handovers.

Includes proven installation experience across both fire and security systems, ideally with knowledge of Pyronix, IP CCTV, access control, and wireless, conventional & addressable fire alarm systems and compliance. A full UK driving licence is essential. You should be confident reading technical drawings, digitally literate, customer-focused, and experienced in working to deadlines and compliance standards.

SECOM Plc, part of the global SECOM Group, is a leader in fire and security solutions across 22 countries. With structured progression routes, award-winning training, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing and sustainability, SECOM offers a stable, future-focused career environment for skilled engineers.

Why apply?

• Company vehicle
• Private dental and health cover
• Life insurance
• Pension
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to 100s of discounts on hospitality, retail, entertainment via the SECOM Rewards Programme.

Candidates will also benefit from extensive training and clear career progression paths through SECOM's National Training Academy

SECOM Plc is a leading provider of customised security and fire solutions, and part of the global SECOM Group headquartered in Japan, operating across 22 countries. We are committed not only to protecting people and property, but also to supporting our employees with a strong benefits package, excellent career development opportunities, and access to the SECOM Rewards Programme, which offers exclusive discounts at over 900 UK retailers on groceries, travel, utilities, and more.

Our commitment extends beyond our people to the planet, with sustainability at the heart of our operations. We've earned a Gold rating from EcoVadis for our sustainable practices and are actively working towards achieving net‑zero emissions.

With a 4.3 out of 5 rating on Glassdoor, SECOM is recognised for fostering a positive work environment where employees are valued and supported.

Head Office:
Secom House, 52 Godstone Rd, Kenley, CR8 5JF
020 8645 5400