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Fire & Security Engineer

PPM Recruitment
· posted 12 August 2026
Salary
£36,000 – £38,000 a year
Job type
full time
Category
Construction
Fire & Security Engineer - Job Description Job Title: Fire & Security Engineer Location: North West Salary: 36-38K Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fire & Security Engineer to join our clients growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, fault finding, and commissioning of a wide range of fire alarm, intruder alarm, CCTV, and access control systems across commercial and residential sites. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of multiple fire alarm panels and security systems, excellent fault-finding abilities, and a customer-focused attitude. Key Responsibilities Installation, servicing, maintenance, and commissioning of fire and security systems Diagnosing and repairing faults efficiently Conducting routine preventative maintenance visits Completing all documentation and service reports accurately Providing technical support to customers on-site Ensuring all works comply with current industry standards and health & safety regulations Participating in out-of-hours call-out rota when required Maintaining high levels of customer service and professionalismRequired Skills & Experience: Fire Alarm Systems Experience Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with multiple fire alarm panels including: Advanced Electronics Kentec Morley C-Tec Apollo Hochiki Gent Notifier Siemens Protec Hyfire ZitonIntruder Alarm Systems Experience Experience with installation and servicing of: Texecom Galaxy Pyronix Hikvision AX Pro Scantronic Honeywell Risco Orisec Additional Security Systems Experience with: CCTV systems (Hikvision, Dahua, Hanwha) Access control systems (Paxton, Hikvision, ACT) Emergency lighting testing Networking/IP-based systemsEssential Requirements Previous experience as a Fire & Security Engineer 8+ years Full UK driving licence Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Good understanding of BS5839 and relevant fire/security standards Ability to work independently and as part of a team Excellent communication and customer service skills ECS/CSCS card preferred FIA qualifications advantageousBenefits Company vehicle Van Mobile phone and tablet Overtime opportunities Pension scheme Training and development Death in serviceIdeal Candidate The ideal candidate will be reliable, technically competent, and capable of managing their workload effectively while maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer care
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