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DFP Services Ltd
Sales engineer
£40,000 - £60,000 a year
Posted: 9 September
Offer description

The Role

As our Sales Engineer, you will combine your technical engineering expertise with commercial acumen to support our growing client base. You will be responsible for preparing accurate quotations, carrying out site surveys, and providing tailored solutions across our fire and security systems portfolio.

Working within the quotations team, you will ensure technical accuracy, and support the delivery of competitive and compliant proposals. You will also liaise directly with customers, advising them on suitable solutions and ensuring a smooth transition from quotation through to installation and ongoing service.

This role is well-suited to an experienced fire and security engineer looking to step into a sales position while retaining a strong technical focus.

The Responsibilities

As our Sales Engineer, you'll be responsible for:

· Carry out site surveys for fire and security systems (fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, access control).

· Prepare accurate and competitive quotations, ensuring technical compliance and value for money.

· Support the department, reviewing work to ensure accuracy and quality.

· Liaise with customers to understand requirements and propose tailored solutions.

· Provide technical expertise and advice to both clients and internal teams.

· Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.

The Person

· An experienced fire and security engineer with strong technical knowledge.

· Interested in developing their career into sales, quotations, and team leadership.

· A confident communicator, able to liaise with engineers, clients, and internal teams.

· Organised, accurate, and commercially aware.

· Motivated to deliver high-quality solutions and achieve sales growth.

The Essential Criteria

* Previous hands-on engineering experience in fire and security systems (installation, service, or maintenance).
* Strong technical knowledge of fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
* Good IT skills, including report writing and quotation systems.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain).

Desirable Experience

* Experience with Warden Call systems.
* Formal training or certification in Fire & Security systems (e.g., FIA).
* IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.

The Hours

· Working hours are 8am-16.30pm Monday - Friday standard with overtime expected to be carried out where applicable due to the nature of the role.

· Office based role with site visits required where applicable.

The Benefits

* Free parking
* On-site gym
* Weekly pay
* Long service incentives
* Training opportunities
* Free eye test vouchers
* Car allowance provided
* Company mobile provided
* Company laptop provided
* Competitive bonus

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £38,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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