Service Engineer - Field based
About this job
Newstaff Employment is recruiting for a multi-skilled Service Engineer to carry out maintenance, reactive callouts and small works on fire alarm, emergency lighting, CCTV, intruder alarm and access control systems. • The role will involve diagnosing faults, liaising closely with the service team to ensure sufficient scheduling and completion of works. • Complete accurate reporting including service reports. • Complying with health and safety legislation, company policies and safe working conditions. • Participate in the out-of-hours standby and call-out rota. • Maintain the company vehicle. • All other tasks as required. Requirements • Proven experience servicing and maintaining both Fire Alarm and Security systems. • Strong knowledge of Fire Alarm systems and BS 5839. • Fire Industry Association (FIA) qualifications or equivalent. • Experience maintaining Emergency Lighting systems. • An electrical background. • Knowledge of integrated security systems (desirable). • Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication and customer service skills. • The ability to work independently and manage your own workload. • Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements. • A full UK driving licence. • ECS, CSCS and/or IPAF certification (preferred). • A flexible approach with willingness to travel nationally and undertake occasional overnight stays. Qualifications & Experience • Minimum of five years’ experience within the Fire & Security industry (preferred). • Experience servicing and maintaining Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting systems. • Electrical qualifications or relevant industry experience. • Fire Extinguisher training (desirable). Working Hours: • Monday to Friday • 8.30am – 5.30pm • Overtime opportunities available • Participation in on-call rota Work Location: Field Based/On the road, Hertfordshire, Home counties, North London areas. Benefits Salary: £35,000 pa to £40,000 pa Benefits: • Company van (available for personal use) • Company phone • Company laptop • Salary sacrifice pension scheme • Ongoing technical and personal development training • Long-term career progression opportunities • Supportive and friendly working environment Interested? Please email CV to annemarie.harrington@newsaffemployment.co.uk