Fire Alarm Engineer – Safeguard Systems
Location: Field-based role (ideally within 1 hour of Newbury)
Contract: Full-time (part-time considered)
Salary: Up to £40,000 basic + overtime, callout, travel time
Benefits: Company van, laptop, phone, private health insurance, team outings
About Us
Safeguard Systems is a fire and security company with big ambitions. Established just 10 years ago, we've already achieved rapid growth under a young and driven management team. Now, we're looking for the right person to join our journey and help us continue that success.
We're a proactive, forward-thinking team — and we're looking for someone with the same drive and attitude.
The Role
We're seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Engineer to carry out installation, servicing, and maintenance across a range of systems.
This is a field-based role, you won't be tied to an office, but ideally you'll live within an hour of Newbury. Fire alarm experience is essential, but if you're keen to broaden your skills, we'll train you on security systems too (CCTV, intruder alarms, access control).
What you'll be doing:
* Installing, servicing, maintaining, and fault-finding fire alarm systems
* Assisting with work on security systems (with training if needed)
* Delivering great customer service and maintaining high standards of work
* Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and safety requirements
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
* Experienced: 2–3 years working with fire alarm systems
* Qualified: FIA training desirable
* Reliable: A full UK driving licence is a must
* Proactive: Motivated, problem-solving, and able to work independently
What We Offer
* Salary up to £40,000 basic
* Paid callout, travel time & overtime
* Company van, laptop & phone
* Private health insurance
* Summer and Christmas company outings
* Full training on security systems to broaden your skillset
* Career growth with a young, ambitious business
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Free or subsidised travel
* Private medical insurance
Experience:
* fire alarm installation: 2 years (required)
* fire alarm servicing: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road