Fire & Security Systems Engineer - On-Site & Field Expert

BWS Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

BWS Group in Swindon is seeking a Fire and Security Engineer to install, commission, maintain and repair fire alarm, CCTV, access control and intruder systems on-site.

You will diagnose faults, complete service reports, travel locally for installations and call-outs, liaise with clients on-site and ensure compliance with BS 5839 and BS EN 50131 standards. The role demands clear reporting, strong practical problem-solving, and strict adherence to health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, commissioning, servicing, and fault-finding fire alarm, intruder alarm, CCTV, and access control systems.
• Strong knowledge of BS 5839, BS EN 50131 and safe working practices.
• Proficiency with tools, test equipment, and diagnostic devices used in fire and security engineering.
• Clear report writing and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently on-site, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally for installations, services, and call-outs.
• Relevant technical qualification or apprenticeship in electrical, electronic, or fire and security engineering (or equivalent practical experience).
• Comfort with basic IT systems for configuring networked devices, updating software, and completing electronic job records.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up to date with new fire and security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, maintain, and repair fire alarm, CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems on-site.
• Diagnose technical faults and complete service reports.
• Perform routine inspections and respond to call-outs as required.
• Liaise with clients on-site and provide clear explanations of work carried out.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and support continuous improvement of installation and service practices.

Skills

Fire & security systems

Fault-finding

On-site engineering

Client communication

Time management

UK driving licence

IT literacy

Professional development

Education

Electrical/electronic/fire & security qualification

Tools

Diagnostic devices

Test equipment

Job description

BWS Group in Swindon is seeking a Fire and Security Engineer to install, commission, maintain and repair fire alarm, CCTV, access control and intruder systems on-site.

You will diagnose faults, complete service reports, travel locally for installations and call-outs, liaise with clients on-site and ensure compliance with BS 5839 and BS EN 50131 standards. The role demands clear reporting, strong practical problem-solving, and strict adherence to health and safety practices.