Fire & Security - Service Engineer - Hybrid

Global Fire & Security Systems; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire and security systems is seeking a Service Engineer to cover Aberdeen and surrounding areas. The role involves servicing and maintaining fire systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and customer satisfaction. Candidates with experience in the fire industry and relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply, even if their backgrounds do not fully match the job description.

Qualifications

• Some demonstrable Fire Industry experience is preferred.
• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Ideally qualified in FIA standards and IEE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical and mechanical service and maintenance works efficiently.
• Monitor regular inspection procedures and record reports.
• Maintain and service fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems.

Skills

Customer care focus

Communication skills

Proactive problem solving

Education

FIA qualifications

City and Guilds 2360 Parts 1 & 2

IEE 18th Edition Regulations

Job description

Fire & Security Systems

Service Engineer - Hybrid (Elec/Mech)

Global Fire and Security Systems

Field Based - Covering Aberdeen and surrounding Postcodes

Full Time - £Competitive + Door to Door + Overtime + On Call and Call out

WELCOME TO GLOBAL

We provide solutions from standards, experience and technology, that create seamless interaction within the environments of our customers, to satisfy their needs today and tomorrow.

Global Fire and Security Systems are an independent company established in Nottingham since 1999. We have since developed into market leaders in providing quality product solutions throughout the fire and security marketplace nationwide.

Thanks to a combined wealth of knowledge and experience between our directors, Global have become industry experts in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire safety, fire suppression and security systems.

Due to continued growth and market development, we are now seeking to appoint a Service Engineers - Hybrid, to be field based covering Aberdeen and the surrounding area.

Training Provided

Ideally, you will have experience of the servicing and maintenance of electrical fire systems equipment, such as GENT, Notifier Advanced, Kentec.

If you also have experience of Ansul R102 systems and servicing Fire Extinguishers, that’s great, but if not and you have the right aptitude and some of the right skills, we can train you in the rest!

Job Purpose:

• To undertake all electrical and mechanical service and maintenance works within the Area in an efficient and safe manner, with repairs undertaken as appropriate.
• To ensure all planned maintenance is carried out in line with its scheduled date.
  
  

Key Accountabilities

• To ensure that all equipment and services are maintained and operated in a safe condition to comply with Health & Safety
• To monitor regular inspection procedures (preventative maintenance programme) of equipment. Record inspection reports
• To keep logs of inspection reports and remedial work
• To have working knowledge of statutory regulations and to ensure awareness of all safety procedures
• To undertake electrical repairs and installations as appropriate
• To maintain and service fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems (Ansul R102)
• To report any defects at time of service visit
• To carry out works specified
• To be responsible for vehicle and stock control of materials
• To complete all work-related documentation accurately and on time
  
  

About You

• Some demonstrable Fire Industry experience is preferred
• Ideally FIA qualifications
• Possibly City and Guilds 2360 Parts 1 & 2 qualification or equivalent
• IEE 18th Edition Regulations would be ideal
• Some experience of electrical fire life safety works, within the services sector would be great
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and safe working practices
• Strong customer care focus
• Be proactive and capable of anticipating potential faults
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to work at heights of up to 3 metres and lift weights of up to 25kg
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Customer focused, possess good organisational skills.
  
  

Does this sound like you?

Then we would love to hear from you, send us your CV using the link below.

Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don’t perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

We are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across our business.