Fire & Security Operations Manager

Penguin Recruitment; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle / car allowance

Bonus scheme

23 days holiday

Salary up to £65k

Long-term stability

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is working with a highly regarded contractor in fire, security and electrical solutions to recruit a Fire & Security Operations Manager. Based in Essex, the role offers a salary up to £65,000, plus a bonus and a company vehicle or car allowance.

You will lead a growing division, oversee projects to the highest standards, mentor engineers, drive compliance with industry accreditations such as BAFE, and pursue new sales opportunities within existing accounts to support growth.

Qualifications

• Proven background in fire and security systems and strong technical knowledge.
• Experience in management, supervisory, or lead engineer roles.
• Understanding of industry compliance, accreditations, and safety standards.
• Ability to prepare detailed surveys, quotations, and estimates.
• Strong communication skills and client relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical leadership across fire and security projects.
• Mentor, guide, and monitor engineers for quality output.
• Uphold industry standards and accreditations including BAFE.
• Attend client meetings, conduct site surveys, and maintain relationships.
• Assist in quotations, tenders, and engineer audits to improve service delivery.
• Drive division growth by pursuing additional sales opportunities within existing accounts.
• Collaborate with scheduling and admin teams to ensure efficiency.

Skills

Fire & Security systems

Leadership

Client communication

Quotations/Estimates

Business development

Job description

Fire & Security Operations Manager (229903) Epping Forest, England

Fire & Security Operations Manager

Location: Essex
Salary: Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Vehicle

Exciting Opportunity to Lead and Shape a Growing Division

Are you an experienced and dynamic leader ready to take on the challenge of spearheading a thriving Fire & Security division? Penguin Recruitment is proud to be working with a highly regarded contractor, specialising in fire, security, and electrical solutions, who is seeking a talented Fire & Security Operations Manager. With a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and the chance to guide and develop an expanding team, this is the perfect opportunity for an ambitious professional to take the next step in their career.

The Role: Fire & Security Operations Manager

In this crucial role, you will oversee and manage a growing Fire & Security division, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standard, teams are motivated, and business operations align with industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership: Provide hands-on technical expertise across all aspects of fire and security projects.
• Team Development: Mentor, guide, and monitor engineers, ensuring continuous professional development and quality output.
• Compliance Management: Uphold industry standards and accreditations, including BAFE, across all services.
• Client Partnership: Attend client meetings, conduct site surveys, and foster strong working relationships.
• Quotations & Audits: Support in preparing quotations, tenders, and conducting engineer audits to enhance service delivery.
• Strategic Growth: Drive division growth through identification and pursuit of additional sales opportunities within existing accounts.
• Collaboration: Work closely with scheduling and administrative teams to ensure operational efficiency and success.

About You:

To thrive in this role, you will bring a mix of technical expertise, management experience, and commercial acumen, coupled with a proactive and adaptable approach.

Requirements:

• A proven background in fire and security systems, with strong technical knowledge.
• Experienced in a management, supervisory, or lead engineer position in a similar environment.
• Sound understanding of industry compliance, accreditations, and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to produce detailed surveys, quotations, and estimates.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build client and cross-team relationships.
• A results-driven approach, with the ability to identify and act on new business opportunities.
• A valid UK driving licence.

What’s On Offer?

This is an exciting time to join a reputable business poised for further expansion. As a key member of the management team, you will be supported every step of the way and benefit from a range of attractive perks:

• Competitive salary of up to £65,000.
• Achievable monthly bonus scheme, rewarding your contributions to the division’s growth.
• Choice of company vehicle or car allowance.
• Holiday entitlement of 23 days, increasing with tenure.
• Opportunity to play an integral role in the development and success of the Fire & Security division.
• Long-term stability within a growing and highly regarded organisation.

If you are a technically proficient industry professional with excellent leadership skills and a desire to drive a growing business to new heights, this is the opportunity for you. The possibilities for personal and career development are unparalleled, and your expertise could make a significant difference to a business that values its people and prioritises quality.