Fire & Security Engineer - Manchester
Location: Manchester & North West
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 (DOE) + Overtime + Travel + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview
A leading specialist Fire & Security integrator is looking to recruit a skilled Fire & Security Engineer to join their growing team in the Manchester area. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in either fire alarm systems or security systems who is looking to broaden their expertise, full cross-training will be provided to develop competency across both disciplines.
The business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, compliant solutions across commercial and industrial environments, and offers long-term career development within a supportive and technically driven team.
Role Responsibilities
Installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire alarm and/or security systems
Working on systems including (but not limited to): fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control
Fault finding and diagnostics across a range of manufacturers
Completing small works and system upgrades
Ensuring all works comply with relevant British Standards (e.g. BS5839, NSI standards)
Providing technical support and advice to clients on-site
Completing accurate job reports and documentation
Participating in the on-call rota (typically 1 in 6)
Candidate Requirements
Experience in either fire alarm systems or electronic security systems (CCTV, intruder, access control)
Strong fault-finding and servicing ability within your core discipline
Willingness to train and develop into the complementary discipline
Full UK driving licence
Good communication skills and professional attitude when dealing with clients
Knowledge of relevant industry standards is desirable but not essential
Package & Benefits
Basic Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 depending on experience
Overtime: Paid at 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 provided with personal use option
Fuel Card & Expenses Covered
Annual Leave: 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension Scheme: Employer contribution (typically 4-5%)
Training & Development: Full cross-training provided (Fire ↔ Security) + manufacturer courses
Career Progression: Opportunities into senior engineer, commissioning, or supervisory roles
Tools, uniform, PPE provided
Why Apply?
This role is ideal for an engineer who doesn't want to be pigeonholed into one discipline. The company actively invests in its engineers, offering structured training and clear progression routes, while maintaining a strong team culture and manageable workloads.
Next Steps
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