Fire & Security Engineer - Birmingham / Midlands
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Location: Birmingham & Midlands Region
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 (DOE) + Overtime + Travel + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview
A well-established specialist Fire & Security integrator is seeking a skilled Fire & Security Engineer to cover Birmingham and the wider Midlands region. This role is perfectly suited to an engineer with a background in either fire alarms or security systems who is looking to become multi-disciplined, with full training provided.
The company delivers high-quality installation and maintenance services to a range of commercial and industrial clients and is known for investing in its engineers and promoting from within.
Role Responsibilities
Installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire alarm and/or security systems
Working across systems such as fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control
Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs
Completing small works, upgrades, and system modifications
Ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g. BS5839, NSI/SSAIB)
Providing a professional service to clients on-site
Accurately completing service reports and documentation
Participating in an on-call rota (typically 1 in 5)
Candidate Requirements
Experience in either fire alarms or electronic security systems
Strong servicing and fault-finding skills within your discipline
Interest in developing skills across both fire and security
Full UK driving licence
Good customer-facing and communication skills
Knowledge of relevant standards is advantageous
Package & Benefits
Basic Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 (depending on experience)
Overtime: 1.5x weekdays / 2x Sundays & bank holidays
Travel Time: Paid after 30 minutes each way
Call-Out: £150 standby + door-to-door overtime if called out
Company Vehicle: Van with personal use option
Fuel Card & Expenses Covered
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
Pension: Employer contribution (typically 4-5%)
Training: Full cross-training + manufacturer certifications
Progression: Clear routes into senior, commissioning, or supervisory roles
Tools, PPE & uniform provided
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity for engineers who want to future-proof their career by becoming multi-skilled. You'll be supported with structured training, a strong pipeline of work, and a company culture that values its engineers.
Next Steps
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