Senior Fire And Security Engineer

Get Staff; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of fire and security solutions is seeking a Senior Fire and Security Engineer in East Sussex. The successful candidate will oversee field technicians, ensure high standards of workmanship, and provide technical support to clients. This role requires extensive knowledge of security systems and at least 8 years in the industry. A full UK driving license is essential. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Free Parking

Van

Excellent holiday entitlement

Pension

Uniform

Laptop

Mobile

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in the fire and security industry preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory or senior technician role is advantageous.
• Ability to pass security screening.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field technicians and ensure quality workmanship.
• Provide technical solutions and resolve existing system issues.
• Carry out audits per NSI Codes of Practice and health & safety regulations.
• Act as the point of contact with customers and manufacturers.
• Prepare Risk Assessments and Method Statements.

Skills

Technical knowledge of fire and security systems

Understanding of IP and networking

Problem-solving skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Supervisory experience

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Senior Fire and Security Engineer - East Sussex - £42,000-£45,000 Per Annum

Key facts

• East Sussex
• £42,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Full-time, Permanent
• Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Hybrid (Office and field based)
• Free Parking, Van, Excellent holiday entitlement, pension, Uniform, Laptop, Mobile

Senior Fire and Security Engineer Overview

We are currently looking for a Senior Fire and Security Engineer to join a trusted provider of integrated fire, security, and electrical solutions. You will play a key role in supporting the team of engineers, ensuring adherence to British Standards and NSI Codes of Practice, and upholding the exceptional service they provide to their clients.

If you're an experienced technician with leadership potential, a passion for problem solving, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team, we'd also love to hear from you.

Senior Fire and Security Engineer Responsibilities & Duties

• As the Senior Technician, you will have the responsibility of overseeing field technicians and ensuring the highest standards of workmanship on all installations, maintenance, and system audits.
• Provide technical solutions and resolve issues across a range of systems (intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, fire alarms).
• Carrying out audits in line with NSI Codes of Practice and health & safety regulations.
• Act as the point of contact with customers and manufacturers.
• Provide guidance and support to field technicians.
• Support the technical helpdesk manager and assisting with technical escalations.
• Assist with the preparation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Offering emergency callout cover (not on the official rota).

Senior Fire and Security Engineer Skills & Competencies

• Extensive technical knowledge and hands on experience with fire and security systems (intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, fire alarms).
• Strong understanding of IP and networking.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve system issues efficiently with solid experience in creating technical reports and documentation.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and industry standards.
• Ideally 8+ years' experience in the fire and security industry (preferred but not essential).
• Experience in a supervisory or senior technician role (advantageous).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to pass security screening.

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