Senior Fire & Security Engineer

Core Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national fire & security provider is seeking an experienced Senior Fire & Security Engineer to focus on complex maintenance, diagnostics, and customer support across major commercial contracts in London. You'll take a lead role in mentoring junior engineers, handling advanced fault-finding, and ensuring compliance with NSI/BAFE standards. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £47,000, company vehicle, and career advancement opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle & fuel card

Paid overtime & standby/call-out rota

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Ongoing technical training

Employee recognition and referral schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire & Security Service Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm panels like Advanced, Kentec, Gent, and Morley.
• Confident with client communications and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance on fire alarm systems and intruder alarms.
• Advanced fault-finding and system diagnostics.
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers.

Skills

Fire & Security Service Engineer experience

Knowledge of fire alarm panels

Client communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Fire Alarm Systems

Intruder Alarms

CCTV

Access Control Systems

Job description

Senior Fire & Security Engineer

Location: London (Field–Based)
Salary: Up to GBP47,000 + Overtime & Benefits

A leading national fire & security provider is seeking an experienced Senior Fire & Security Service Engineer to join their service team in London. This role focuses on complex maintenance, diagnostics and customer support across major commercial contracts, with opportunities to lead, mentor and progress into technical or supervisory positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintenance and reactive call–outs on:
  • Fire Alarm Systems (addressable & conventional)
  • Intruder Alarms
  • CCTV & Access Control (desirable)
• Advanced fault–finding and system diagnostics
• Small remedial works and panel programming/resetting
• Supporting and mentoring junior or trainee engineers
• Completing compliance reports and certification to NSI/BAFE standards
• Acting as a senior point of contact on key London sites

Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience as a Fire & Security Service Engineer
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm panels (e.g. Advanced, Kentec, Gent, Morley)
• Experience with intruder systems (Galaxy, Texecom, Orisec etc.)
• CCTV/Access Control experience advantageous (not essential)
• Confident with client communication and working independently
• Full UK driving licence

What s On Offer

• Up to GBP47,000 basic salary (DOE)
• Company vehicle & fuel card
• Paid overtime & standby/call–out rota
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Uniform, PPE, tools & test equipment provided
• Ongoing manufacturer and advanced technical training
• Progression routes to Lead Engineer, Commissioning or Supervisor
• Employee recognition and referral schemes

Why Join?

This is a senior–level opportunity with a company investing heavily in engineering teams, training and long–term career growth. You ll work on prestigious contracts across London with the support of a dedicated management team.

If you're an experienced Fire & Security Engineer ready to step into a senior role with excellent earning potential and progression, we d like to hear from you.