Small Works Engineer

Senseco Systems Limited; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of fire and security solutions in Gillingham seeks a Small Works Engineer. The role involves installing and commissioning fire alarm systems, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates have advanced experience in fire safety operations and strong communication skills. Join a friendly team committed to professional development and a safe environment.

Benefits

Training and development programmes

Support for professional qualifications

Company pension scheme

Medicash health plan

Employee discount scheme

Company vehicle

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of electrical installation procedures in the fire and security industry.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proactive problem-solver who builds trust with clients.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission small to medium-scale fire alarm projects.
• Provide exceptional customer service and troubleshoot issues efficiently.
• Complete reports, timesheets, and expenses accurately.

Skills

Advanced experience working with fire alarm systems

Proven skills in installation and commissioning

Strong verbal and written communication

High level of attention to detail

Education

FIA Units 1, 2 / 3, and 5

Job description

Your next role

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Small Works Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in supporting fire safety operations by delivering small-scale engineering projects and maintenance tasks. Your expertise will help ensure all fire safety systems are compliant, reliable, and optimised, making a real difference to the safety and confidence of the people and businesses we serve.

What you will be doing

• Install and commission small to medium-scale fire alarm projects, working with both addressable and non-addressable systems
• Commission systems from a range of manufacturers
• Review project specifications, drawings, and documentation to plan and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring every interaction is professional and solutions-focused
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently while building positive customer relationships
• Complete reports, timesheets, and expenses accurately and on time
• Attend scheduled appointments punctually and maintain a clean and tidy work environment
• Communicate promptly with the office in the event of major system issues or site challenges
• Represent the company professionally on all customer sites

Who we are looking for

• Advanced experience working with fire alarm systems
• FIA Units 1, 2 / 3, and 5
• Proven skills in installation and commissioning
• Solid understanding of electrical installation procedures in the fire and security industry
• Strong verbal and written communication, with the ability to produce clear reports and documentation
• A proactive problem-solver who builds trust and rapport with clients
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• A high level of attention to detail, initiative, and professionalism

We value curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn so even if you don’t tick every box, we still encourage you to apply. We’re building a team that celebrates different strengths and perspectives.

Who we are

We lead the way in providing top tier independent fire and security solutions to protect your people, property and planet. With a name that combines our two passions of fire / security solutions- Sense, and our commitment to safeguarding our environment Eco, we are a company that lives our values.

First Carbon Neutral certified fire and security company in the UK, we always conduct our business in a way that is environmentally friendly and protects our planet and its resources. We pride ourselves on our dynamic innovative approach, exceptional technical expertise and absolute dedication in providing excellent customer service. We design, install, maintain, and service compliant solutions across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and government.

We foster an inclusive, supportive culture where wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance are at the heart of what we do.

Why come and work for us

Here at Senseco we know that it is our colleagues that are the key to our success. Working with us you will be part of a friendly and inclusive team, where we want you to bring your ideas and personality to the table. As we always strive to develop and improve, we are committed to supporting our colleagues do the same, therefore investing in our people is cornerstone of our business.

• Training and development programmes
• Support for professional qualifications and career progression, including apprenticeships
• A collaborative, inclusive workplace where every voice is valued
• Competitive salary
• Generous leave allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Medicash health plan (supporting everyday healthcare costs and wellbeing)
• Wellbeing support, including access to mental health resources
• Employee discount scheme
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Company vehicle

If you’re looking to grow your career with a forward-thinking company that makes a real difference, to peoples safety and to the planet, we’d love to hear from you!

Diversity and inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what makes a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support and embrace diversity.

If you are an individual with a disability, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please let us know.