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Due to business growth in this rapidly expanding fire protection and security systems company, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a field based Senior Engineer, in the Cambridge/East Anglia area.
If you are looking for a new challenge with a market leading organisation, then this is an opportunity not to be missed.
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Our client is one of the leading independent fire and security solutions providers in the East of England. Employing over 20 staff at head office, the company has grown steadily since it formed in 1991 and is now one of the most respected solutions led companies operating in the field with 10 Branches across the UK. Â Offering installation and maintenance services, and a wide range of solutions from basic fire extinguishers through to large commercial installations. With Gold standard industry accreditation and Investor in People awards, they are a supplier and employer of choice in the region.
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Reporting to the Branch Director, as an Engineer you will install, service and commission a wide range of fire and security systems. As part of a team of engineers, you will be allocated monthly tasks and operate independently to complete all work on time and to the required standard.
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As a Senior Engineer, your responsibilities and duties will include although not be limited to;
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- Installing, servicing and commissioning small to medium sized fire and intruder alarms, CCTV and access control systems
- Providing certification for installed and serviced systems to comply with relevant British Standards
- Managing own diary to ensure allocated work is completed on time
- Responding to out of hours calls, whilst covering on call duty, one week in ten
- Attending head office for weekly meetings and stock collection
- Identifying potential opportunities where customers could benefit from using additional services
To be considered for this Engineer role you will have the following experience, qualifications, skills, knowledge and attributes;
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- Proven experience installing, servicing and commissioning fire and security systems
- Good knowledge of addressable fire alarms, open and closed protocol systems and networked systems
- Experienced commissioning integrated fire and security systems
- Good knowledge of CCTV systems and preferably IP cameras
- City and Guilds Emergency Alarms Part 1 & 2
- Client focused approach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
- Ability to manage own work load with minimal supervision
- Full UK driving licence
Due to the nature of the business, successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory DBS and BS7858 checks.
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In return:
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You will have the opportunity to join a growing business in a highly autonomous role, yet have the head office support to meet and exceed your targets.
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Salary:                                                 £25-30,000 per annum.
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Contracted Hours:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 40 hours per week
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Hours of Work: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Flexibility may be required to support business and client needs
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Location: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Field based covering the Cambridge/East Anglia region. (With visits to the office in Huntingdon when required)
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Contract Type: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Permanent
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