Fire and Security Engineer

Reading, United Kingdom | Posted on 22/07/2026

If you are an experienced Fire and Security Engineer looking for a role that offers stability, variety, and proper support, this is worth exploring.

This is a field-based position covering a regional patch across Reading, London and Birmingham, working with a well-established national business known for delivering consistent service across commercial environments. You will have the autonomy to manage your own workload while being backed by a professional and supportive team.

You will be working across a mix of client sites including retail, hospitality, and restaurant settings, so confidence in both your technical ability and customer interaction is key.

In this role, you will:

Carry out planned maintenance and servicing of fire and security systems

Diagnose faults and complete effective repairs on site

Respond to breakdowns and restore systems to full working order

Work across a range of commercial environments in a professional manner

Maintain accurate job records, service reports, and updates

Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with required standards

Support overall system reliability through high-quality workmanship

To be considered, you will need:

At least 3 years’ experience in a Fire and Security Engineer role

Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and repair skills

Experience working across systems such as fire alarms, intruder alarms, and access control

A full UK driving licence

The ability to work independently and manage a mobile role

Good communication skills and a professional approach with clients

What is on offer:

Salary up to £43,000 depending on experience

Paid travel

High street discounts and additional benefits

Ongoing training and development

A stable, long-term opportunity with a respected national employer

If you are looking for a role where you can focus on delivering quality work, manage your own day, and be part of a business that values its engineers, it is worth having a conversation.