Fire & Security Engineer

Position: Fire & Security Engineer (Permanent)
Location: Westhoughton

Job Title

Fire & Security Engineer

Location

Manchester & surrounding areas (North West)

Salary

Up to £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

* 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:

* Service, maintain, and fault-find fire alarm systems (conventional & addressable)

* Carry out emergency lighting inspections, testing, and remedial works

* Ensure compliance with BS 5839 & BS 5266

Security Systems:

* Install, service, and maintain CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems

* Diagnose faults and carry out repairs and system upgrades

General:

* Complete service reports and certification accurately

* Liaise professionally with clients and site contacts

* Manage workload independently

* Ensure all works comply with industry standards and company procedures

* Participate in on-call rota if required

Requirements

Essential:

* Proven experience with fire alarm systems and security systems

* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

* Knowledge of relevant British Standards (BS 5839 & BS 5266)

* Full UK driving licence

* Ability to work independently

* Good communication and customer service skills

Desirable:

* FIA units or equivalent qualifications

* Experience with systems such as Gent, Notifier, Advanced, Kentec, Morley, Hikvision, Paxton, Texecom, Galaxy, etc.

* ECS / CSCS card

* IPAF

* Commercial and multi-site experience

What’s on Offer

* Salary up to £42,000 DOE

* Company vehicle, tools, and equipment

* Overtime and call-out opportunities

* Pension scheme

* Ongoing training and development

* Local work where possible

* Long-term, secure position within a growing business