Croma Fire and Security

HR Specialist - CIPD Qualified Salary: £40,000 to £48,000 FTE dependent on skills and experience Office based - Whiteley, Hampshire on-site parking Hours: Part-time or full-time (minimum 3 days/week) This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead the HR function in a well-established, growing business that genuinely values its people. Part of the national Croma Group, this Fire & Security company is known for delivering high-quality systems and service to a wide range of clients and now, they re investing in their internal team too. As the company s first dedicated HR professional, you ll have the freedom to make your mark, embed structure and consistency, and help foster a positive, forward-looking workplace culture. You ll work closely with senior management, have full ownership of HR processes, and play a key part in supporting the team as the business continues to expand. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Take the lead on end-to-end recruitment writing job specs, managing interviews, offers and onboarding Be the first point of contact for employee relations issues, offering fair, balanced and timely advice to managers and staff Maintain up-to-date HR policies and ensure full compliance with employment legislation Manage all HR records including contracts, training logs, benefits and absence tracking Create and deliver onboarding and induction processes that set new joiners up for success Support annual reviews, performance appraisals and training/development planning Implement and track salary benchmarking and benefits frameworks to retain and attract the best people Collaborate with leadership to promote staff engagement, wellbeing and retention strategies Help embed a values-led culture through clear communication, policies and processes Provide regular HR reporting to leadership, using data to inform workforce planning The ideal candidate CIPD Level 5 or above (or working towards it) Minimum of 3 years in a generalist HR role ideally within a stand-alone or SME environment Strong knowledge of UK employment law, contracts, and best practice in recruitment and employee relations A confident communicator who can support, influence and challenge senior stakeholders when needed Comfortable setting up or refining HR systems and processes from contracts and policy templates to induction plans Professional, friendly and trusted the kind of person people naturally come to for advice Previous experience in technical, field service or engineering environments is a bonus but not essential Why this role? £40,000 to £48,000 FTE salary depending on experience Flexibility to work 3, 4 or 5 days per week we ll shape this around the right candidate Full ownership of HR in a respected, stable and forward-thinking business Close-knit, friendly office environment with real opportunity to influence Office-based, with free parking and good links to nearby transport routes Access to private GP service for you and your family along with other wellbeing health support Staff Share Option Scheme If you are looking for a flexible, impactful HR role we would love to hear from you. Please upload your latest CV. INDLS

Fire & Security Systems Engineer Salary: £35,000 -£40,000 basic + overtime, call-out, bonus & benefits Location: Hampshire full UK driving licence essential Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (40 hours/week) Croma Fire & Security is part of the respected Croma Group, a UK-wide provider of industry-leading fire and security solutions. Known for our technical excellence and dependable service, we protect everything from homes and retail premises to schools, hospitals and national infrastructure. We combine the responsiveness of a local team with the backing of a trusted national brand. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a Fire & Security Engineer to join our Hampshire team. This is a brilliant opportunity to work across a wide range of systems, sites and challenges with excellent support, ongoing training and the chance to develop your career in a business that values expertise. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Carry out the service, repair and maintenance of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, intruder alarms, CCTV and access control systems Diagnose faults and resolve technical issues quickly, safely and effectively Support reactive call-outs and ensure equipment is brought back online with minimal disruption Complete maintenance checks and routine inspections in line with current regulations (e.g. BS5839, BS5266, NSI) Work across a broad client base including retail sites, commercial properties, residential blocks and public sector premises Accurately complete job sheets, reports and update the system via tablet or laptop Support system upgrades and minor installation works where required Liaise with customers, site contacts and internal colleagues to ensure smooth communication and excellent service delivery Keep up to date with training and attend manufacturer courses as required Contribute to a strong health and safety culture by following risk assessments and safe working practices The ideal candidate Solid experience servicing and maintaining a range of fire and security systems FIA qualifications (Advanced Maintainer, Installer, Commissioner) preferred Familiarity with key systems Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule Clear communicator both with clients and colleagues A proactive problem-solver with high standards and a positive attitude Full UK driving licence is essential ECS Card, IPAF and/or PASMA would be an advantage, but not essential What you will get in return: Competitive basic salary of £35k to £40k depending on experience Enhanced earnings with overtime, travel time and call-out rota payments Staff Share Option Scheme and annual company share scheme Company van (business use), fuel card, tools, mobile and laptop 20 days holiday rising to 25 with service, plus bank holidays Ongoing training, professional development and career progression routes Supportive team culture where engineers are respected and listened to A varied, interesting workload with a growing company that s big enough to support your ambitions but small enough to care Access to private GP service for you and your family along with other wellbeing health support To apply, upload your CV today. We look forward to hearing from you! INDHS