Fire Security Engineer

Overview

Fire Security Operative

Location: London
Salary: £43,719 per annum (inclusive of policy allowance) + Company Van and fuel card provided
Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time

We are currently working with a well-established organisation to recruit an experienced Fire Security Operative to cover a London-based property project. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified fire and security professional looking for long-term stability, strong benefits, and varied work across life safety systems.

As a Fire Security Operative, you will join a specialist engineering team responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of fire and security systems across residential properties. The role is hands-on and customer-facing, with a strong emphasis on compliance and safety.

• Servicing, maintaining, repairing, and installing fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, smoke vents, access control systems, fire shutters/curtains, and warden call systems
• Ensuring all systems meet current British Standards and legislative requirements
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective remedial works
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and stock to a high standard

To be considered, candidates must hold relevant fire safety qualifications, including:

• BS5839-1 and BS5839-6
• NICEIC Fire Detection & Fire Alarm Systems Units 1, 5, and 6
• NVQ Level 3 (or currently working towards this)
• Full UK Driving Licence

Additional requirements:

• Proven experience in a fire and security engineering environment
• Strong knowledge of British Standards and fire safety legislation
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Strong customer service and communication abilities
• Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided)

Our client is a not-for-profit organisation providing in-house repairs and maintenance services across a diverse property portfolio. They are committed to inclusion, wellbeing, and making a genuine difference to people’s lives.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Employer pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing tools and support
• Employee recognition scheme
• Inclusive employee networks

Application Process:

If you would like more information on this position of a Fire Security Operative
, or any other vacancy, please email your current CV through to  or call Charlotte on .