Fire Alarm Engineer - Install

Small Works & Installation Engineer – Fire and Security

Location:

London and the South
Working Pattern:
Field-based
Salary:
Up to £43,000 basic, depending on experience
OTE:
Approximately £46,000–£47,000 with overtime and call-out payments

The Opportunity

We are seeking a versatile Small Works and Installation Engineer to join an established fire, security and life-safety business.

This field-based position will focus on minor installations, system upgrades, additions and remedial works across a range of fire and security systems. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality technical work while ensuring installations comply with relevant British Standards and health and safety requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for varied work, ongoing technical development and a competitive employment package.

Key Responsibilities

Installation and Commissioning

Carry out installation and commissioning works across fire alarm, intruder alarm, CCTV, access-control, door-entry and building-safety systems

Complete system upgrades, additions, minor works and remedial installations

Interpret installation plans, technical drawings and project specifications accurately

Complete cable routing, equipment installation, component mounting and alignment

Configure, test and commission systems

Complete all required certification, reports and handover documentation

Replace faulty emergency-lighting equipment where required

Maintenance and Fault-Finding

Diagnose technical faults and complete repairs efficiently

Deliver a high standard of technical workmanship and customer service

Participate in an emergency call-out rota, with additional call-out payments

Maintain detailed and accurate service records, reports and job documentation

Customer and Team Support

Build positive working relationships with customers

Clarify customer requirements, demonstrate systems and resolve technical queries

Work closely with project managers, surveyors, subcontractors and office-based teams

Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and apprentices when required

Compliance and Safety

Ensure all work complies with relevant British Standards

Follow company health and safety procedures

Complete risk assessments and adhere to safe working practices

Use appropriate personal protective equipment

Equipment and Administration

Maintain the company vehicle, tools, stock and field equipment

Keep relevant software, firmware and system configurations up to date

Use mobile devices and job-management systems for scheduling, reporting and job completion

Essential Requirements

At least two years’ technical experience within small works, installation or service engineering

Experience with in fire, security, telecoms, audiovisual systems or a related technical discipline

Strong installation, fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Good technical report-writing and documentation skills

Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach

Ability to work independently and manage a field-based workload

Comfortable travelling throughout London and surrounding areas

Good IT skills, including email, reporting software and service-management systems

Full UK driving licence

Desirable Qualifications

* FIA qualifications

* First Aid certification

* IPAF certification

* PASMA certification

* Manufacturer-specific product training

* Experience with Honeywell or similar systems

* Relevant electrical qualifications, including the 18th Edition

Package and Benefits

* Basic salary of up to £43,000, depending on experience

* Expected earnings of approximately £46,000–£47,000 with overtime and call-out payments

* Paid door-to-door travel

* 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

* Additional annual leave for long service

* Company van with personal-use allowance

* Pension scheme

* Ongoing technical training and qualification development

* Opportunities to complete additional electrical and manufacturer-specific training

* Supportive management team

* Positive and professional working environment

We are committed to equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

Apply today to develop your career within a growing fire and security organisation offering varied projects, ongoing training and long-term opportunities