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Role:Fire and Security Small Works Engineer
Location:Birmingham
Salary:29,000 - 35,000 per annum
Technical Resources are seeking a Fire and Security Small Works Engineer in Birmingham to carry out small works across multiple site locations. This key role requires someone who is committed to delivering high-quality installations, ensuring all work is carried out efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company health and safety policies.
Responsibilities:
- Installation, testing, and commissioning of small works on Intruder Alarm Systems (wired and wireless), CCTV Surveillance Systems, Access Control, and Fire Systems.
- Work according to electrical layouts and building plans, following NSI, industry standards, and relevant Codes of Practice/Policies.
- Provide methodical and efficient quality installations, including digesting detailed scope of works and working drawings.
- Attend site meetings when required and liaise with customers and external agencies such as Alarm Receiving Centres and Manufacturer Technical Support.
- Produce high-quality commissioning and handover documentation and as-fitted drawings.
- Ensure a safe work environment, adhering to Method and Risk Assessments, and safe working procedures.
- Provide client training and demonstrate systems, explaining working functionality.
- Participate in the emergency call-out rota (optional for small works engineers).
- Maintain your vehicle and stock levels to ensure client demands are met.
Experience and Certifications Required:
- Educated to GCSE / Standard Grade level (minimum).
- Electrically aware and capable of working with various electronic systems and mechanical equipment.
- Ability to install and commission a wide range of systems, including CCTV cameras, DVRs, NVRS, Intruder alarms, and fire alarm systems.
- Fire BS5839 standards Parts 1 & 5 (ideal).
- Able to work efficiently independently or as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Willing to travel to various sites as required.
- Travel will be required to fulfil the role.
- Call out is 1 in 8 but is optional for small works engineers.
Please apply with an up-to-date CV for more information.
We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK
