Job Title
Fire & Security Engineer
Location
Manchester & surrounding areas (North West)
Salary
Up to £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
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overtime, travel time, and on-call (if applicable)
Start Date
ASAP
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join our growing team, covering Manchester and the wider North West area. The role involves the installation, servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of fire alarm and security systems across commercial and residential sites.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking for a long-term role with competitive pay, consistent work, and opportunities to develop.
Key Responsibilities
Fire Systems:
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Service, maintain, and fault-find fire alarm systems (conventional & addressable)
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Carry out emergency lighting inspections, testing, and remedial works
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Ensure compliance with BS 5839 & BS 5266
Security Systems:
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Install, service, and maintain CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems
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Diagnose faults and carry out repairs and system upgrades
General:
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Complete service reports and certification accurately
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Liaise professionally with clients and site contacts
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Manage workload independently
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Ensure all works comply with industry standards and company procedures
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Participate in on-call rota if required
Requirements
Essential:
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Proven experience with fire alarm systems and security systems
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Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
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Knowledge of relevant British Standards (BS 5839 & BS 5266)
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Full UK driving licence
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Ability to work independently
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Good communication and customer service skills
Desirable:
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FIA units or equivalent qualifications
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Experience with systems such as Gent, Notifier, Advanced, Kentec, Morley, Hikvision, Paxton, Texecom, Galaxy, etc.
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ECS / CSCS card
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IPAF
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Commercial and multi-site experience
What’s on Offer
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Salary up to £42,000 DOE
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Company vehicle, tools, and equipment
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Overtime and call-out opportunities
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Pension scheme
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Ongoing training and development
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Local work where possible
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Long-term, secure position within a growing business