Job Description:

Fire & Security Engineer - Birmingham / Midlands
Location: Birmingham & Midlands Region
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 (DOE) + Overtime + Travel + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview
A well-established specialist Fire & Security integrator is seeking a skilled Fire & Security Engineer to cover Birmingham and the wider Midlands region. This role is perfectly suited to an engineer with a background in either fire alarms or security systems who is looking to become multi-disciplined, with full training provided.

The company delivers high-quality installation and maintenance services to a range of commercial and industrial clients and is known for investing in its engineers and promoting from within.

Role Responsibilities

• Installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire alarm and/or security systems
• Working across systems such as fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs
• Completing small works, upgrades, and system modifications
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g. BS5839, NSI/SSAIB)
• Providing a professional service to clients on-site
• Accurately completing service reports and documentation
• Participating in an on-call rota (typically 1 in 5)

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in either fire alarms or electronic security systems
• Strong servicing and fault-finding skills within your discipline
• Interest in developing skills across both fire and security
• Full UK driving licence
• Good customer-facing and communication skills
• Knowledge of relevant standards is advantageous

Package & Benefits

• Basic Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 (depending on experience)
• Overtime: 1.5x weekdays / 2x Sundays & bank holidays
• Travel Time: Paid after 30 minutes each way
• Call-Out: £150 standby + door-to-door overtime if called out
• Company Vehicle: Van with personal use option
• Fuel Card & Expenses Covered
• Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
• Pension: Employer contribution (typically 4-5%)
• Training: Full cross-training + manufacturer certifications
• Progression: Clear routes into senior, commissioning, or supervisory roles
• Tools, PPE & uniform provided

Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity for engineers who want to future-proof their career by becoming multi-skilled. You'll be supported with structured training, a strong pipeline of work, and a company culture that values its engineers.

Next Steps
Apply now for a confidential discussion. Full company details will be shared at the next stage.

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