Multi-Skilled Fire and Security Systems Engineer

SPS Fire & Security Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

Mobile phone provided

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Mobile phone

28 days annual leave

Paid commuting time

Job summary

A specialist fire and security company is looking for a multi-skilled fire and security systems engineer in Greater London. The role involves performing installations, diagnostics, and maintenance for various systems including fire alarms and CCTV. Candidates must have proven experience, a full UK drivers' license, and familiarity with industry practices. The position includes a call-out rota and offers a company vehicle, tools, and 28 days of annual leave.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a certified fire and security engineer.
• Full UK drivers’ license required.
• Clear Enhanced DBS certification needed.
• Experience with field-to-office communication and collaboration.
• Ability to complete job completion sheets accurately.
• Experience with field service management systems such as JobLogic or Simpro.
• Clear Enhanced DBS certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system analysis and testing.
• Collaborate with teams for fire system installation.
• Perform site inspections for system assessments.
• Perform site inspections and recommend improvements.
• Maintain documentation of system designs, modifications, and testing per regulations.

Skills

Experience as a certified fire and security engineer

Strong mechanical knowledge

Familiarity with industry technologies

Field-to-office communication experience

Experience with field service management systems

Industry practices knowledge

Tools

JobLogic

Simpro

Job description

Job Overview

As a multi-skilled fire and security systems engineer, you will be attending any number of our sites across greater London, Kent, and Essex to provide high-quality work, ranging from routine maintenance to emergency callouts.

Employer Description

SPS Fire and Security Limited specialises in the installation and maintenance of specialised security equipment, including Fire Alarms, CCTV, Access Control, Intercoms, PAVA systems, VESDA systems, Intruder Alarms, Nurse Call Systems, Disabled Refuge Systems, Disabled Toilet Alarms, Barriers and Fire extinguishers.

We are an ever-growing, all-inclusive team based in the south-west, with most of our sites situated in-and‑around the Greater London area, including Kent and Essex also. We are always looking for professional, experienced fire and security personnel. If you don’t see a job posting that suits you, please send your CV directly to [e-mail]

Who We’re Looking For (requirements)

• Proven experience as a certified fire and security engineer, with strong mechanical knowledge of the installation, diagnostics, and repairing of fire and security systems (essential).
• Full UK drivers’ license (essential).
• Familiarity with current industry practices, and technology (GENT, MORLEY, KENTEC, ETC.).
• Previous experience with field-to-office communication and collaboration.
• Capability to complete essential documents, such as job completion sheets, completely and without consistent errors.
• Experience with field service management systems such as JobLogic, or Simpro (preferred, but not essential).
• Clear Enhanced DBS certification (all checks are provided as part of our onboarding process).

Core Responsibilities Include

• Conduct system analysis and testing to verify functionality and safety performance.
• Collaborate with construction teams to oversee installation of fire protection systems on-site, ensuring adherence to design specifications.
• Utilise hand tools, power tools, and electrical experience to assist in the assembly and maintenance of fire safety and security equipment.
• Perform site inspections to assess existing systems and recommend improvements or modifications.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system designs, modifications, and testing procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Schedule

• Call‑Out Rota: Agreement to attend emergency call‑out works on a weekly‑rotating schedule.

Job Type

• One‑hour paid commuting time, each way.
• Company vehicle, and fuel card.
• All tools and PPE provided.
• Mobile phone provided with onboarding.
• 28‑days annual leave PA, including bank holidays.