Fire & Security Engineer

Fire & Security Engineer

Location:-Chelmsford

Type fo contract:-Permanent

Hours-42.5 hours per week

Salary & Benefits for the Fire & Security Engineer

• Basic salary with standby allowance
• Overtime available
• 33 days holiday
• Private pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Company vehicle and specialist tools provided
• IT equipment supplied
• Employee discounts and cashback schemes
• Referral bonus scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

The Fire and Security Engineer Opportunity

A recruitment partner is supporting a leading facilities and building services provider in the search for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join their growing engineering team in the Chelmsford area-

This role will focus on the service, maintenance, and repair of fire and security systems across a portfolio of commercial and retail environments. The successful candidate will join a well-established mobile engineering team with long-term contracts, structured support, and opportunities for progression.

Key Responsibilities for the Fire & Security Engineer

Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on fire and security systems

Service and maintain CCTV, fire alarm, and associated electronic security systems

Respond to service and breakdown callouts within agreed response times

Ensure all work is completed in line with client KPIs and compliance standards

Accurately complete service reports and all relevant documentation

Identify system faults and recommend appropriate remedial actions

Maintain high standards of health & safety and customer service at all times

Participate in an on-call rota when required

Work independently across multiple commercial sites

Requirements needed from the Fire & Security Engineer

Previous experience working within the fire and security industry

Strong knowledge of CCTV systems including IP and analogue systems

Experience servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems

Electrical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds

Full UK driving licence

Good communication and organisational skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

IPAF licence advantageous, although training can be provided

Ideal FIre & Security Engineer Candidate

Hands-on engineer with a proactive approach to maintenance and fault finding

Comfortable working within fast-paced commercial environments

Strong customer-facing skills and professional attitude

Looking to join a stable and growing organisation with long-term opportunities