Fire and Security Engineer
Brightwork Ltd
Fire and Security Engineer
Market related
Brightwork Ltd, Netherton, North Lanarkshire
- Full time
- Permanent
Posted 1 week ago, 17 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 104068
Full Job Description
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 .
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