Job Description

: Senior Engineer - Fire & Security SystemsLocation:

Field-based, covering Birmingham to Norwich to Southampton

Salary:

45,000 - 50,000+ per annum (depending on experience)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM start, 8-hour days

Additional Benefits:

Overtime opportunities 24/7 Standby rota participation (paid) Company vehicle with expenses covered Leadership development opportunities Training and development

Overview:

We are recruiting for an experienced and driven

Senior Fire & Security Engineer

to support and lead a growing service and installation team. This is a

field-based leadership role

, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work but is also ready to mentor junior engineers, lead projects, and support business growth.

This role involves working across a wide region (Birmingham to Norwich to Southampton) with exposure to complex integrated systems across commercial, residential, and industrial sites.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead by example in delivering high-quality: Servicing and commissioning of fire & security systems Reactive fault-finding and repairs Technical troubleshooting and customer liaison Assist with

project delivery

: site coordination, client communication, technical problem-solving Provide

guidance and mentoring

to junior engineers, supporting their development Ensure company documentation and standards are adhered to, maintaining full compliance Represent the company professionally with clients, maintaining strong working relationships Participate in the

24/7 standby rota

as part of your leadership responsibilities Support your line manager with stock control, planning, and on-site quality assurance

Requirements:

Minimum of

5 years' experience

in Fire & Security engineering Proven ability to lead teams or mentor junior staff Comprehensive knowledge of: Fire alarms (BS 5839 Part 1 & 6) Intruder alarms Access control systems Automated gates (Optional but desirable: CCTV, integrated systems) Good working knowledge of

British Standards and Health & Safety

Valid

UK driving licence

Excellent written and verbal communication skills Comfortable working with technology (laptops, meters, reporting systems) Strong organisation, initiative, and decision-making abilities

Ideal but Not Essential:

FIA units or equivalent Experience managing sub-contractors or small project teams CSCS/ECS card Experience with RAMS and site inductions
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,420.00-55,112.29 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company car Company events Company pension Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Flexitime Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme
Experience:

Fire & Security: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person