Fire & Security System Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Systems Engineer within a dynamic Fire & Security Systems team. You will play a crucial role in maintaining and servicing a diverse range of security systems, including access control and CCTV, ensuring customer satisfaction through prompt and effective service. This position offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment, where your technical skills and attention to detail will be valued. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, including a company car and generous annual leave. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will make a real impact.

Benefits

Company Car

25 days annual leave

Pension/Life Assurance

Perks at Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in installing and servicing access control and CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems, ideally GENT-based.

Responsibilities

• Attend maintenance calls and rectify faults on the first visit.
• Carry out preventative maintenance visits and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Installation of access control systems

Servicing CCTV systems

Intruder alarm systems knowledge

Fire alarm systems servicing

IT qualifications

Electrical/Electronic qualifications

Technical IT knowledge

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

IT qualification

Electrical/Electronic qualification

Job description

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Engineer in our Fire & Security Systems business team based in the South West or South East London area, to cover the surrounding territory.

What you will be doing:

1. Attend to calls for maintenance (on site and/or by telephone) as directed by team co-ordinators
2. Rectify all faults on the first visit where rectification is within your control
3. Carry out a rolling programme of preventative maintenance visits
4. Collection/recording of site configuration information
5. Maintain car stock (spares) level
6. Maintain accurate and timely records
7. Provide cover on an out-of-hours basis on a rotating basis
8. Commission small projects when required
9. Ensure that audits are carried out according to quality procedures
10. Provide training to customers and colleagues as required
11. Carry out any additional tasks that may be required

What we are looking for:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience installing & servicing a wide product base of access control systems, CCTV systems, and intruder alarm systems.
• Experience of servicing fire alarm systems, ideally GENT-based.
• An IT qualification and/or Electrical/Electronic qualification.
• A broad technical IT knowledge, e.g., installing various Windows Operating Systems, networking, etc.
• Knowledge of basic electrical principles such as measuring voltage and current drain.
• Good attention to detail to ensure all paperwork is correctly completed and procedures are followed within the specified time frames.
• An enthusiastic team player who can work well under pressure and maintain a professional approach at all times.

Salary of up to £40,000

Company Car

25 days annual leave

Pension/Life Assurance

Perks at Work Scheme