Team lead Fire and Security Engineer

Argenbright Security Europe Limited (trading as ASEL); Preston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call rota

Leadership development

Progression opportunities

Training and development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ASEL Integrated Security Solutions is seeking an experienced Team Leader Fire and Security Engineer in Preston to lead a regional engineering team while staying hands-on with service and maintenance of CCTV, intruder, access control and fire systems.

You will mentor engineers, manage workload with the Regional Service Manager, and participate in an on-call rota, driving standards, performance, and customer satisfaction across the region.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a team of engineers in security systems.
• Mentoring and coaching engineers with a focus on standards.
• Strong communication with regional managers, engineers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engineering team activities and delivery.
• Coordinate workload with the Regional Service Manager for the region.
• Act as first technical escalation point for complex faults.
• Mentor engineers and drive development and standards adherence.
• Maintain high workmanship quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

On-call management

Tools

Milestone

Genetec

Avigilon

Job description

Team Leader Fire and Security Engineer

Location: Preston and surrounding region

Join ASEL Argenbright Security Europe LTD and become part of a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of integrated security technology.

At ASEL, we design, develop, and deliver intelligent, tailored security solutions that combine cutting edge technology, expert people, and robust processes. We are recognised industry leaders in security risk modelling, using data driven insights to help our clients strengthen their operations, reduce risk, and achieve measurable cost efficiencies.

We are now looking to recruit an experienced Team Leader to join our Fire and Security service team to support our continued growth across your designated region. This is a hands on technical role combined with regional leadership responsibility, working closely with the Regional Service Manager to drive team performance, technical standards, and customer satisfaction across the area.

The Role

As Team Leader Fire and Security Engineer, you will take ownership of your designated service area while also providing day to day leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to a team of engineers. You will act as the first point of escalation for complex faults, support the Regional Service Manager with scheduling and workload allocation, and help drive consistent standards of workmanship across the team.

You will continue to carry out service and maintenance work yourself, ensuring you remain close to the technical detail and lead by example, while also taking on responsibility for team performance, development, and engagement.

You will participate in an out of hours on call rota and may be required to support other regions during periods of high demand or team absence.

What You Will Be Doing

Leadership and Team Support

• Supporting the Regional Service Manager with day to day coordination of the engineering team
• Allocating and prioritising workload across the team in conjunction with the Regional Service Manager
• Acting as first point of technical escalation for complex faults across the region
• Mentoring and coaching engineers, supporting their technical development and adherence to standards
• Conducting informal performance check ins and feeding back to the Regional Service Manager on team capability and development needs
• Supporting onboarding and induction of new engineers joining the team
• Promoting a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement within the team

Technical and Service Delivery

• Taking ownership of service and maintenance calls within your allocated area
• Diagnosing and resolving faults across a range of integrated security systems
• Working proactively to minimise repeat visits and deliver first time fixes
• Supporting small project works where required
• Communicating clearly with the Regional Service Manager regarding outstanding issues, escalations, andworkload across the team
• Representing ASEL professionally at all times, building strong and lasting client relationships
• Supporting the wider Service Team with additional reasonable duties as required

Skills, Experience, and Knowledge

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:

• Proven experience working with integrated security systems including CCTV, Intruder, Access Control, andFire
• Strong experience with IP based security systems, including enterprise platforms such as Milestone,Genetec, Avigilon, and similar IP video management systems is preferred but not essential. Training can beprovided.
• A solid technical understanding of fault finding, servicing, and maintenance on intruder, Access, fire andCCTV systems
• Prior experience informally leading, mentoring, or supervising other engineers, or a clear demonstrablereadiness to step into a leadership role
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with the Regional Service Manager, engineers,and clients alike
• A customer focused mindset with a professional, approachable manner
• A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development, both for yourself and yourteam

ASEL will provide ongoing training in company specific procedures, systems, leadership development, and emerging technologies to support your growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring the effective operation and performance of your service area and supporting performance across the wider regional team
• Working with the Regional Service Manager to monitor SLA compliance across the team
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, both personally and across the team you support
• Maintaining a professional appearance and conduct that reflects ASEL's brand, setting the standard for theteam
• Keeping your service vehicle clean, organised, and roadworthy at all times
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and development activity within the region as required

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience, reflecting the additional leadership responsibility of this role
• Overtime opportunities
• Participation in a 1 in 6 on call rota
• Ongoing training and development within a supportive and collaborative environment, including leadership development support

Additional Benefits Include:

• Access XD recognition, rewards, and discount platform
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee of the Month scheme
• 110% Club recognising outstanding performance with prizes and monetary rewards
• Stream, enabling flexible access to earned wages
• Employee Assistance Program
• Clear progression opportunities within the business
• Continuous professional training and upskilling

Why Join ASEL

At ASEL Integrated Security Solutions, we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the very best talent. We invest in our people, support career progression, and foster a culture built on excellence, accountability, and collaboration. This role offers a genuine step into leadership, giving you the opportunity to shape the performance and development of a regional engineering team while remaining close to the technical work you enjoy.

Equality and Diversity

ASEL is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of skills, experience, and perspectives within our workforce. All employment decisions are based on merit, skills, and ability.