Fire And Security Engineer

  • Orbit Recruitment
  • Southampton, Hampshire
  • Jul 28, 2025
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

About The Company & Role

Operating at the forefront of the fire and security systems industry, this company has developed deep expertise across every sector over the past five decades. With a commitment to evolving alongside rapid technological change, they deliver strategic solutions that prepare clients for tomorrow s security challenges. Services span comprehensive security systems, fire and life safety solutions, and locksmithing. This Senior Fire & Security Engineer role sits within the Installation, Maintenance, and Remedial Works team, providing end-to-end support for systems including intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, and fire detection. It s an ideal opportunity for a driven and experienced engineer looking to play a key role in a forward-thinking, service-led environment.

Key Requirements

  • Install, maintain, and service a range of security and fire systems including intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, and fire detection equipment
  • Diagnose faults and carry out necessary repairs or upgrades to ensure systems are operating efficiently
  • Respond to on-call duties as part of a rotating schedule, providing emergency support when required
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure all work complies with health and safety standards
  • Work both independently and as part of a team across varied client sites

Skills & Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years' industry experience required
  • Proficient with intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems required
  • Experience with fire systems and automatic doors beneficial
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills essential
  • Ability to manage time effectively and deliver work to a high standard essential
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills essential

Benefits

  • Share option plans
  • Holiday entitlement increases with service, from 28 days (including bank holidays) up to 33 days (including bank holidays)
  • Travel time paid at standard rate
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x basic rate
  • On-call allowance of £15 per weekday and £30 per weekend day

Hours Of Work

  • Monday Friday
  • 8:00am 4:30pm
  • On-call rota: 1 week on, approximately every 5 weeks (subject to engineer numbers)

If you re an experienced engineer ready to take the next step in a senior-level role with a forward-thinking and supportive team, we d be pleased to hear from you. Apply today to register your interest.