Lead Fire & Security Engineer

Job Title: Lead Fire & Security Engineer
Location: Edinburgh (Regional Coverage)
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Fire & Security Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Lead Fire & Security Engineer to join a growing facilities management company in Glasgow covering contracts throughout the central belt.

This is a key position with real career progression — you’ll not only take charge of delivering high-quality installation, maintenance, and servicing of fire and security systems, but also have the opportunity to grow and lead your own team as the division expands.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and deliver installation, commissioning, and maintenance of fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and intruder systems.

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Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and new hires.

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Ensure compliance with BS5839, BS7671, and other relevant safety and quality standards.

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Manage and coordinate small works and projects from planning to completion.

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Liaise with clients to ensure satisfaction and efficient service delivery.

What We're Looking For:

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Proven experience as a Fire & Security Engineer, ideally in both installation and maintenance.

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Strong knowledge of fire alarms, intruder systems, CCTV, and access control.

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Excellent fault-finding, commissioning, and problem-solving skills.

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Leadership potential or previous experience in a senior or lead role.

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Full UK driving licence and relevant industry qualifications (FIA units, ECS, etc.)

What You’ll Get:

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Competitive salary up to £50,000

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Company vehicle and fuel card

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Opportunity to build and lead your own team within a supportive FM business

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Ongoing training and development

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25 days holiday + bank holidays

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Pension and additional benefits

Take your career to the next level with a company that values your expertise and offers the platform to lead and grow