The Client

Brightwork are supporting our client with the recruitment of a Fire and Security Engineer. Our client is a leading provider of fire, intruder, CCTV, and access control systems, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and customer satisfaction.

The Role – Senior Fire and Security Engineer

As a Fire and Security Engineer, your primary responsibility will be the servicing and maintenance of intruder, CCTV, and access control systems in accordance with current standards.

Type: Full-time, permanent

Shifts: Monday – Friday

Work Location: On the road (Scotland)

Key Job Responsibilities:

Servicing and maintaining various intruder, CCTV, and access control systems.
Working towards and exceeding maintenance and fault-finding targets.
Demonstrating systems for customers and explaining details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Performing corrective and preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and portable extinguishers.
Commissioning/Handover of GENT & Advanced Fire Alarm systems.
Participating in an On-Call Rota for out-of-hours callouts and telephone support.
Installing both conventional and analogue addressable fire alarm systems to a high standard of workmanship.
Installing/commissioning portable extinguishers.
Understanding clients’ needs and fulfilling all required jobs.
Any other reasonable requests from management.

Essential Requirements:

Good communication skills.
Strong fault-finding skills with a focus on first-time fixes.
Proven background and experience working within fire engineering.
Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of various intruder panels (e.g., Galaxy, Menvier, Scantronic).
Experience with Network/IP based products.
Experience in service and repair work.
Experience with conventional and addressable fire systems across a range of manufacturers' equipment.
Good installation practices.
Knowledge of integration of detection systems into other disciplines would be advantageous.
Full understanding of BS5839 is essential.
Full driving license.

Desirable Requirements:

Knowledge of GENT & Advanced Fire Alarm systems.
Familiarity with VESDA & Other Aspirating manufacturers.
Electrical background.
ICEL accreditation of emergency lighting.
FIA Service & Maintenance of Fire Extinguishers.
Good overall fire product knowledge.

Why Work for Us?

Performance Related Bonus – opportunity to earn up to an additional £2,000 yearly (paid quarterly).
High OTE available.
Paid travel time after 30 minutes.
Paid overtime at premium rate.
Standby allowance for on-call.
Full remote technical support.
Company car with private use option.
Life insurance.
Company health care plan.
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
Day back in lieu when bank holiday worked.
Immediate start available.
Career development opportunities.
Referral Scheme.
Employee Benefits Programme including shopping vouchers and discounts; up to £1,200 a year on real savings for everyday needs.

For further information or to apply for this rewarding role, please contact us at liam.reid@brightwork.co.uk or 07977345549.

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