Multi-Discipline Fire & Security Service Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company van

Phone/tablet

Tools and test equipment

21 days leave + bank holidays

UK healthcare package

On-call rota

On-call allowance

Overtime where applicable

Ongoing training and development

Multi-discipline exposure

Job summary

Alecto Recruitment is seeking a Fire & Security Service/Maintenance Engineer to cover sites across the Midlands. You will service and maintain Fire Alarm, Intruder, Access Control, CCTV and Emergency Lighting systems, with a focus on first-time fixes.

You will manage your workload, travel between clients, and use mobile reporting tools. A valid UK driving licence and a proactive, customer-focused approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven field-based engineering experience within Fire & Security.
• Experience across at least two of: Fire Alarm, Intruder, Access Control, CCTV, or Emergency Lighting.
• Strong fault-finding and practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Strong customer-facing and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• FIA, ECS/CSCS, IPAF or manufacturer training advantageous.
• Knowledge of BS 5839/BS 5266 beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining Fire Alarm, Intruder, Access Control, CCTV and Emergency Lighting systems.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out first-time fixes where possible.
• Completing small works and minor installations, including replacements and upgrades.
• Completing service reports, certificates and compliance paperwork using mobile/digital systems.
• Managing workload and travelling between client sites.
• Liaising with customers and site contacts, providing updates and technical advice.
• Managing van stock, tools, test equipment and materials.
• Supporting the service desk with clear job notes and feedback.
• Participating in the on-call rota and responding to emergencies when required.

Skills

Field-based engineering

Fault-finding

Independent worker

Customer-facing

Communication

Valid UK driving licence

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Alecto Recruitment is seeking a Fire & Security Service/Maintenance Engineer to cover sites across the Midlands. You will service and maintain Fire Alarm, Intruder, Access Control, CCTV and Emergency Lighting systems, with a focus on first-time fixes.

You will manage your workload, travel between clients, and use mobile reporting tools. A valid UK driving licence and a proactive, customer-focused approach are essential.