Fire & Security Service Engineer

Peopleforce Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and security service provider in England is seeking a proactive Fire & Security Service Engineer to maintain and service fire alarms and security systems. With a basic salary of up to £34,000 and potential earnings over £40,000 through commission and on-call duty, this role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in the field and a valid UK driving licence.

Benefits

26 days holiday + bank holidays

On-call allowance: £250 per week

Company vehicle with fuel card

Manufacturer training + FIA courses

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience servicing fire alarm, CCTV systems, and access control systems.
• Valid full UK driving licence.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain fire alarms and other security systems.
• Carry out fault-finding and minor installations.
• Collaborate with a team to ensure high customer satisfaction.

Skills

Fault-finding ability

Proactive mindset

Diligence

Tools

Service management software

CCTV systems

Fire alarm systems

Job description

Fire & Security Service Engineer

Salary: Basic up to £34k per year — OTE £40k + (easily achievable) through commission, on-call, and overtime.

About Our Client

This well-established, family-focused fire and security provider has built a strong reputation across southern England and London for delivering high-quality, reliable solutions. Operating from a supportive and friendly base on the South Coast, they offer complete design, installation, and ongoing maintenance services for fire alarms, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, nurse call systems, and advanced wireless radio fire alarm technology. As the business continues to grow, they are looking to expand their service team with a professional and motivated engineer who shares their commitment to excellent customer service.

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Fire & Security Service Engineer to carry out planned maintenance, servicing, fault finding, and occasional small works across fire alarm, emergency lighting, intruder alarm, CCTV, and access control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Service and maintain fire alarms, emergency lighting, intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems
• Work on fire alarm systems including Advanced, Kentec, EMS, and EDA
• Use service management software and mobile app to complete worksheets, reports, and updates
• Carry out small installation day works and system upgrades
• Perform fault-finding on conventional and addressable fire alarm systems
• Work with Pyronix, Texecom, Galaxy, Paxton, Hikvision, Dahua, and Wisenet
• Collaborate within a supportive team living the values: Positivity, Respect, Ownership, Unity, Delivery

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience servicing and maintaining the listed systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong fault-finding ability, excellent diligence, and a positive, proactive mindset

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 8:00 am — 5:00 pm
• On-call rota: Approximately 1 in 6 weeks

What is on Offer

• Basic Salary: Up to £34,000
• OTE: £40,000+
• Overtime: Readily available and encouraged
• Commission: Generous and achievable scheme
• On-Call Allowance: £250 per week + time and a half, paid door-to-door
• Holidays: 26 days leave + bank holidays
• Travel: Paid after the first 30 minutes each way
• Training: Manufacturer training + FIA courses
• Facilities: Access to a fully equipped in-house training room with numerous fire and security panels
• Company Vehicle: Fully provided, including fuel card (work use)