via Reed · 18 September 2026 ·2 days ago

Fire and Security Engineer

FindCore
Devon Full-time GBP 34,000 – 42,000
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FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established fire and security business with the recruitment of a Fire Service Engineer.

Permanent, full-time position based in Devon.

Salary

Negotiable depending on experience + overtime + additional benefits + Company Car

Key Responsibilities

  • Service, test and maintain fire and security systems including Fire Detection, CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Alarms.

  • Carry out small works installations and system upgrades.

  • Diagnose and resolve faults across fire and security systems.

  • Work from technical drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams.

  • Test and commission systems to ensure compliance with relevant standards.

  • Complete commissioning documentation, certificates and service reports.

  • Liaise with clients, site teams and other contractors.

  • Provide system demonstrations and handovers where required.

  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures.

  • Support and mentor junior engineers where appropriate.

Skills & Experience
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience within fire and security servicing or small works.

  • Experience across Fire Detection, CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Alarm systems.

  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.

  • Comfortable reading technical drawings and specifications.

  • Good understanding of networking and IP-based systems.

  • Full UK driving licence required.

  • Ability to pass full security vetting.

  • ECS or CSCS card would be beneficial.

What’s on Offer
  • Overtime and on-call allowances where applicable.

  • Company vehicle, fuel card, uniform and specialist tools.

  • Company pension.

  • 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional Christmas shutdown days.

  • Health and wellbeing support.

  • Employee Assistance Programme.

  • Ongoing training and professional development.

  • Permanent, full-time position.

Please apply.

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