Senior Fire & Security Engineer

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London

10 months ago

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Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for aSenior Fire & Security Engineerto join a well-established fire and security services provider. This role offers excellent benefits and a salary range of £42,000 - £48,000. London, or Home counties.

As aSenior Fire & Security Engineer, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the installation and small works department, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest standards.

You will be responsible for:

Supervising and guiding a team of engineers, ensuring efficient performance through KPI monitoring.
Developing and implementing training plans to enhance technical and personal growth.
Providing advanced technical support to engineers and other departments.
Offering on-site support to resolve complex technical issues promptly.
Communicating updates to stakeholders until full resolution is achieved.
Addressing and rectifying non-conformities through corrective actions.
Performing risk assessments and implementing necessary safety measures.
Maintaining accurate records and providing performance reports to senior management.

What we are looking for:

Previously worked as a Senior Security Engineer, Fire Engineer, Fire Extinguisher Engineer, Fire Alarms Engineer, Fire & Security Engineer, Engineering Supervisor, Engineering Team Leader, Fire and Security Engineer, Senior Engineer or in a similar role.
Strong technical knowledge within security, fire and life safety industry.
Experience in supervising and developing engineering teams.
The ability to manage resources and allocate workloads effectively.
Commitment to maintaining compliance and safety standards.

What’s On Offer:

A competitive salary
Performance incentives.
A 9-day working fortnight for improved work-life balance.
Comprehensive professional development and training opportunities.
Access to wellness programmes and mental health support.
Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with tenure.
Death-in-service insurance
Pension schemes.
A supportive, inclusive company culture focused on employee wellbeing and growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Engineering Supervisor to take the next step in your career!

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