Senior Fire & Security Engineer

CP Management Solutions LTD; Sefton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national fire & security provider is seeking a Senior Fire & Security Engineer for their service team in London. This role involves servicing, maintenance, and diagnostics of fire alarm and intruder systems, with potential for career progression into technical or supervisory roles. Candidates should have proven experience, strong knowledge of fire alarm panels, and a valid UK driving licence. Offering a salary up to £47,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Company vehicle & fuel card

Paid overtime & standby/call-out rota

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Uniform, PPE, tools & test equipment provided

Ongoing training

Career progression routes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire & Security Service Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm panels and intruder systems.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems.
• Reactive call-outs on Intruder Alarms.
• Advanced fault-finding and system diagnostics.
• Mentoring junior or trainee engineers.

Skills

Fire Alarm Systems maintenance

Intruder Alarms maintenance

CCTV & Access Control experience

Client communication

Advanced fault finding

Tools

Fire alarm panels (e.g. Advanced, Kentec, Gent, Morley)

Intruder systems (Galaxy, Texecom, Orisec)

Job description

Senior Fire & Security Engineer

Location: London (Field‑Based)

Salary: Up to £47,000 + 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)
• Service, maintenance and reactive call‑outs on Intruder Alarms
• Service, maintenance and reactive call‑outs on 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 £47,000 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.