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Service Fire & Security Engineer

Flash Security LtdFarringdon, Central London🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 23 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£40k - £45k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Farringdon, Central London, United Kingdom
Posted
Yesterday

Job Description

Service Fire &amp; Security Engineer<br />An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Flash Security as a skilled Service Fire &amp; Security Engineer. You will install, service, and maintain fire-alarm, intruder-alarm, CCTV, and access-control systems across London and surrounding areas.<br />Relevant experience may include Fire Alarm Engineer, Security Installation Engineer, CCTVEngineer, Access Control Engineer, Multi-Skilled Security Engineer, Security Engineer, Fire AlarmService Engineer, Fire &amp; Security Installation Engineer or Fire &amp; Security Service Engineer.<br />SALARY: £40,000–£45,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a company vehicle andbenefits<br />LOCATION: Field-based, Greater London. Ideally based in or near Wandsworth, coveringLondon and surrounding areas within approximately 40 miles<br />JOB TYPE: Full-time, permanent<br />Service Fire &amp; Security Engineer Job overview<br />We are recruiting a field-based Service Fire &amp; Security Engineer, ideally based in or near Wandsworth, tocover Greater London and surrounding areas.<br />You will deliver high-quality installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire-alarm, intruder-alarm, CCTV, and access-control systems across commercial and residential sites. You willcarry out work in accordance with company procedures, manufacturers’ instructions, siterequirements, and applicable industry standards and codes of practice.<br />The successful Fire &amp; Security Engineer will be confident working independently, managing jobsfrom start to finish, completing documentation accurately, and providing a professional, safe,and tidy service on site.<br />About us<br />For more than 10 years, Flash Security has helped clients protect their homes and businessesacross London and the surrounding areas.We provide fire detection, intruder alarm, CCTV, and access-control solutions tailored toindividual client requirements. We focus on dependable systems, high-quality workmanshipand professional customer service, supported by experienced engineers with a wide range oftechnical qualifications and practical experience.<br />Service Fire &amp; Security Engineer Duties<br />Your duties as a Service Fire &amp; Security Engineer will include:

  • System installation: Install, test and commission fire-alarm systems, includingAdvanced, Kentec and C-TEC control panels, Apollo detection devices and associatedequipment, together with intruder-alarm, CCTV and access-control systems.
  • Service and maintenance: Carry out routine servicing, fault finding, repairs, remedialworks and planned preventative maintenance.
  • Intruder alarms: Work confidently with Texecom and Galaxy systems.
  • CCTV: Install and maintain Hikvision, Avigilon and Dahua IP CCTV systems.Access control: Install, configure and support Paxton and ACT access-control systems.
  • Documentation: Accurately complete job sheets, test records, service reports, commissioning documents and handover paperwork.
  • Networking support: Configure basic networking, including adding devices, assigning IP addresses, testing connectivity and connecting equipment to client networks.
  • Customer service: Maintain a professional, safe and tidy approach when working on client sites.<br />Candidate Requirements
  • At least five years’ practical experience in fire-alarm installation, servicing and maintenance.
  • Experience with Advanced fire-alarm panels and Apollo detection devices.
  • Proven experience working with Texecom and Galaxy intruder-alarm systems.
  • Experience with IP CCTV systems, including Hikvision, Avigilon and Dahua.
  • Experience with access-control systems such as Paxton and ACT.
  • Knowledge of relevant fire and security industry standards and codes of practice.
  • Basic networking knowledge, including device configuration and IP addressing.
  • Ability to work independently and manage jobs through to completion.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to complete documentation accurately.
  • Full UK driving licence.<br />Benefits
  • Company vehicle.
  • Company phone and laptop.
  • Tools and PPE provided.
  • Ongoing technical and manufacturer training.
  • No agencies, please

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