Intruder And Fire Alarm Service Engineer

Smart Search Technical Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000

Job description

Service Engineer - Intruder and Fire Alarms

London & Kent area

£40,000 - £46,000 basic DOE
Over £50,000 earnings potential + company vehicle

Location: London and Kent

Job Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Service Engineer to join a growing team servicing and maintaining Intruder Alarms and Fire Detection systems across the Kent and London/Greater London area. The role involves providing high-quality service and maintenance for these systems, ensuring safety and functionality for our customers.

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will have several years of experience in the service and maintenance of Intruder Alarms and Fire Detection systems. The following skills and experience are desirable, with salary dependent on your qualifications:

1. Service and maintenance of Intruder Alarms (both conventional and wireless)
2. Service and maintenance of Fire Detection systems
3. Experience with dual monitoring (e.g., Dual Com systems)
4. Familiarity with all major alarm panel brands and app-based systems
5. Knowledge of relevant industry standards and codes of practice (e.g., EN50131, PD6662, BS4737, BS8243)
6. Experience with commissioning and system testing (beneficial but not essential)
7. Knowledge of current fire safety regulations and codes of practice

About You

You should be a motivated and reliable individual with excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail. The ability to manage your time effectively and work independently is essential. A flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving will be key to your success in this role.

Benefits

In return, you'll have the chance to work for a reputable, growing company with expertise in Intruder Alarms and Fire Detection systems.

1. Competitive basic salary based on experience
2. Engineering commission scheme with earnings potential up to 10%
3. Pension scheme
4. Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an additional attendance bonus of 1 day
5. Company vehicle, uniform, PPE, and tools
6. BUPA Health & Safety employee assistance program
7. Career progression opportunities
8. Staff referral scheme
9. Company sick pay
10. Rewards & recognition programs
11. Ongoing training and support for career development
12. Company events
13. Company vehicle and fuel card
14. Discretionary travel supplement for over 2 hours of travel per day with 7.5 hours on-site

Hours and Other Details

Our standard working hours are 8.30am-5.00pm, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility for earlier start/finish times. The role may involve working at heights and can be physically demanding. A full UK driving license is required for the company vehicle. You will be expected to travel to various sites within your area, so flexibility is essential.

NSSA Security Screening is required for this role.

If you are looking for a career opportunity that allows you to work across a variety of systems, with training and development provided, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a field-based role with a growing company, offering the potential for career progression, skills development, and competitive benefits.

To apply, please submit your CV today.