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‑prove 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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