Fire & Security Systems Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; Remote; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Engineer in a dynamic Fire & Security Systems team. This role offers the chance to work remotely while covering areas of Surrey. You will be responsible for maintaining and servicing a wide range of security systems, ensuring quality and efficiency in your work. If you are a detail-oriented team player with a passion for technology and security, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and provides excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, company car, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Company Car

25 days holiday

Pension/Life Assurance

Perks for Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in installing and servicing various security systems.
• Strong technical knowledge in IT and electrical principles.

Responsibilities

• Attend to maintenance calls and rectify faults on the first visit.
• Carry out preventative maintenance visits and maintain records.
• Provide training and ensure audits of quality procedures.

Skills

Installation & servicing of access control systems

CCTV systems

Intruder alarm systems

Fire alarm systems (GENT)

Technical IT knowledge

Basic electrical principles

Attention to detail

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Comfortable with irregular hours

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. You will be based remotely and cover areas of Surrey and surrounding territory.

What you will be doing

• Attend to calls for maintenance (on site and or by telephone) as directed by team co-ordinators
• Rectify all faults on the first visit where rectification is within your control.
• Carry out rolling programme of preventative maintenance visits.
• Collection/recording of site configuration information.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Provide cover on an out of hour’s basis on a rotating basis.
• Commission small projects when required.
• Ensure that audits are carried out of quality procedures.
• Provide training to customers and colleagues as required.
• Carry out any additional tasks that may be required.

What we are looking for

• Previous experience installing & servicing a wide product base of access control systems, CCTV systems and intruder alarm systems.
• Experience of installing and servicing fire alarm systems, ideally GENT based.
• An IT qualification and or Electrical/Electronic qualification
• A broad technical IT knowledge, i.e. Installing various Windows Operating Systems; networking etc
• Knowledge of basic electrical principals such as measuring voltage and current drain
• Good attention to detail in order to ensure that all paperwork is correctly completed, and procedures are followed within the allotted timescales.
• An enthusiastic team player who is able to work well under pressure and maintain a professional approach at all times.
• Comfortable working irregular hours and being on a 24/7 call rota

The benefits of working for G4S

• Salary up to £39,655 per annum
• Company Car
• 25 days holiday
• Pension/Life Assurance
• Perks for Work Scheme