Fire and Security Engineer
Field-based Fire Alarm & Life Safety Engineer installing, servicing, commissioning and fault-finding fire and life safety systems (advanced/addressable alarms, VESDA, extinguishers, suppression) at commercial and industrial sites, with digital reporting and an out-of-hours callout rota. Pays up to £42k with a company vehicle.
- Compensation
- £42K / yr
- Location
- Lincoln, GBR
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Security
- Posted
Must have
- Minimum Level 2 qualified Fire Engineer
- Proven experience commissioning advanced fire alarm systems
- Strong working knowledge of VESDA systems
- BAFE extinguisher qualification
- Full UK driving licence
- Good IT skills and confidence using tablets/mobile devices for reporting
Nice to have
- Experience with kitchen suppression systems (Ansul preferred)
- Knowledge of PAVA systems
- Experience with access control and door entry systems
- Gent or Protec system training/certification
Full description
Up to £42k | Company Vehicle Provided | Permanent Position | Company Benefits & Holidays | Full-Time
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Fire Alarm & Life Safety Engineer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and outstanding customer service across a variety of commercial and industrial sites.
You’ll be working with a wide range of fire and life safety systems, including advanced fire alarms, detection systems, extinguishers, and specialist suppression systems. We are looking for someone who is technically strong, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Installation, servicing, maintenance, fault finding, and commissioning of fire alarm systems
- Working on advanced and addressable fire systems across multiple manufacturers
- Servicing and maintaining VESDA systems
- Carrying out inspections and remedial works in line with industry standards
- Providing a professional and customer-focused service on-site
- Completing job reports and documentation accurately using digital systems
- Participating in an out-of-hours callout rota when required
- Supporting other engineers and contributing to a positive team environment
Essential Requirements
- Minimum Level 2 qualified Fire Engineer
- Proven experience commissioning advanced fire alarm systems
- Strong working knowledge of VESDA systems
- BAFE extinguisher qualification
- Full UK driving licence
- Good IT skills and confidence using tablets/mobile devices for reporting
Desirable Skills & Experience
The following are advantageous but not essential, as further training may be provided:
- Experience with kitchen suppression systems (Ansul preferred)
- Knowledge of PAVA systems
- Experience with access control and door entry systems
- Gent or Protec system training/certification
What We’re Looking For
- Professional and confident when dealing with clients and the public
- Reliable, punctual, and well organised
- Willing to travel as part of the role
- Able to work independently and use initiative
- A strong team player with a positive attitude, and willing to work as part of the team on the call-out rota.
- Committed to high standards of workmanship and safety
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