Fire & Security Alarm Engineer

RECRUITMENTiQ is working alongside a family-run fire and security systems provider based in the Glasgow area and operating across Scotland, to assist in their search for an experienced Fire & Security Alarm Engineer to join the team and help shape the future of the business.

You’ll work closely with the people running the company, take ownership of varied projects and have opportunities to progress as the company grows.

The Role

Working across commercial, industrial and domestic sites, you’ll be responsible for:

• Installing, servicing, fault-finding and commissioning fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV systems.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance, repairs, alterations and upgrades.
• Completing service, testing and commissioning documentation.
• Liaising professionally with customers and site personnel.
• Completing work in accordance with relevant British Standards and industry requirements.

Essential Skills and Experience

You must be competent to independently service, fault-find, install and commission fire alarm, intruder alarm and CCTV systems.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong experience across all three disciplines, ideally gained over at least three to five years.
• Practical knowledge of conventional and addressable fire alarms, commercial intruder alarms and modern IP CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of BS 5839-1 and relevant industry standards.
• The ability to work unsupervised, manage their workload and solve problems confidently.
• A professional approach, good organisational skills and pride in delivering high-quality work.
• A full UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• A regulated Level 3 qualification covering BS 5839-1.
• A CSCS card.
• Experience with access control systems.

Benefits

• A salary of £30,000–£44,000, depending on experience.
• A full-time, permanent, salaried position.
• Company vehicle, tools and equipment.
• Company pension, paid holidays and a bonus scheme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunities to take on greater responsibility as the business grows.
• Varied work throughout Scotland with a Glasgow and Central Scotland base.

If you’re an experienced Fire & Security Alarm Engineer looking for a long-term role where your skills are valued and you can make a real contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply with your CV and a brief outline of your fire and security experience and take the next step in your career.