Junior Fire And Security Engineer

Get Staff; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

24 days' holiday

Pension

Laptop and mobile phone

Job summary

Get Staff is seeking a Junior Fire & Security Engineer to service and maintain fire and security systems in Rotherham and surrounding South Yorkshire. The role covers CCTV, access control, fire alarms, intruder and door entry systems, with a focus on customer sites and learning on the job.

The ideal candidate may be a Level 3 NVQ/apprentice or someone with around 12 months of industry experience, eager to learn and build a long-term career in this field.

Qualifications

• Candidate should have Level 3 NVQ/Apprenticeship or around 12 months industry experience.
• Basic fault-finding and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of electrical/electronic security systems.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain fire and security systems.
• Carry out small works and installation projects.
• Diagnose faults and complete remedial works.
• Complete accurate service reports and system documentation.
• Participate in the on-call rota, approx. 1 week in 5.

Skills

CCTV

Access control

Fire alarms

Intruder detection

Door entry

Education

Level 3 NVQ/Apprenticeship

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Junior Fire & Security Engineer - Rotherham - £25,000 - £30,000

• £26,500 - £30,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Paid overtime, with enhanced rates for weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Paid door-to-door travel, plus company van and fuel card.
• 24 days' holiday, contributory pension and standby allowance.
• Laptop, mobile phone, testing equipment and genuine opportunities for career development.

Junior Fire & Security Engineer Job Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Junior Fire & Security Engineer to join an established technical team, covering Rotherham and the surrounding South Yorkshire area. The role will primarily focus on servicing, maintenance, fault finding and small installation works across a range of fire and security systems.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has recently completed a Level 3 NVQ/apprenticeship, or an engineer with around 12 months' industry experience, looking to develop their skills across CCTV, access control, fire alarms, intruder and door entry systems.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have some hands-on experience within the fire and security industry, although recently qualified apprentices will also be considered. We're looking for someone who is keen to learn, technically minded and wants to build a long-term career within the industry.

You’ll need to be customer-focused, professional and comfortable working on client sites, with a full UK driving licence and ideally based within a commutable distance of Rotherham.

Junior Fire & Security Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Service and maintain fire and security systems.
• Carry out small works and installation projects.
• Diagnose faults and complete remedial works.
• Complete accurate service reports and system documentation.
• Participate in the on-call rota, approximately 1 week in 5.

Junior Fire & Security Engineer Requirements

• Knowledge of at least some of the following: CCTV, access control, fire alarms, intruder or door entry.
• Basic fault-finding and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of electrical/electronic security systems.
• Strong willingness to learn and progress within the industry.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach to customers.