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Fire And Security Engineer
Job in
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, SY7, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-17
Listing for:
GrassGreener Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, Security Systems Installation, Installation Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Lead Fire & Security Engineer
Location:
Home-based – covering the North East area
Hours:
42.5 hours per week (door-to-door paid) + on-call rota, overtime
Salary:
Up to £40,000 + overtime
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience as a Fire & Security / Life Safety Systems Engineer
* Experience at supervisor level or ready to step up in to a Lead Engineer position
* Strong fault-finding and first-time fix capability
* Experience of commissiong fire alarms, advanced panels and cause and effect changes
* Full, clean UK driving licence
* Able to pass DBS check and BS7858 security screening
* IT competent (PDA, Microsoft Word & Excel)
The Role
Due to continued expansion, EFT Systems – an established life safety and security company with over 50 years’ industry presence – is seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to support large service contracts and installation projects across the North East area.
Key responsibilities include:
* Reactive maintenance and servicing of fire & security systems
* Support and mentor Engineers
* Small works installations and commissioning
* Managing van stock and ordering equipment
* Producing technical surveys to support quotations
* Supervising subcontractors and supporting apprentices
* Maintaining clear communication with customers
* Completing documentation via electronic PDA
Work will cover commissioning of fire alarms, service and repairs of fire extinguishers, intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, emergency lighting and monitoring systems.
Package & Benefits
* Door-to-door pay (42.5 hours)
* Overtime paid after 42.5 hours
* Frequent overtime available.
* OTE of £50k+ with overtime and call outs
* Company vehicle, laptop & phone
* 29 days holiday (rising to 32 with service)
* Medicash (after probation)
* Death in service cover
* Pension scheme
* Ongoing professional development, EFT invest in their people! Support and funding to upskill and progress internally
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and progressive company offering strong long-term career prospects. Apply today
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