Fire and Security Engineer

DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED · Orpington, London

Fire and Security Engineer at DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED, based in Orpington, London, paying £35,000 - £45,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£35,000 - £45,000 per annum
Location
Orpington, London
Contract
Permanent
Posted
23 hours ago
Closes
3 Sep 2026
Sector
Security Officer

18% below the typical rate for security officer

Reference https://diversejobsmatter.co.uk/job/25815139/fire-and-security-engineer/

About the role

BR5, Cray Valley West, Greater London Flash Security Fire and Security Engineer An exciting opportunity to join our team at Flash Security, for a skilled Fire and Security Engineer to carry out installation, servicing and maintenance of fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV and access control systems across London and surrounding areas. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Fire Alarm Engineer, Security Installation Engineer, CCTV Engineer, Access Control Engineer, Multi-Skilled Security Engineer, Security Engineer, Fire Alarm Service Engineer, Fire and Security Installation Engineer, Fire and Security Service Engineer SALARY: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Car + Benefits LOCATION: Orpington, Greater London (covering +/- 40 Miles) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Fire and Security Engineer based in Orpington, covering London and surrounding areas within approximately 40 miles. As a Fire and Security Engineer you will deliver high-quality installation, servicing and maintenance of fire alarms, intruder alarm systems, CCTV and access control solutions. Working across commercial and residential sites, you will ensure systems are fully compliant with industry standards and codes of practice. The Fire and Security Engineer will be confident working independently, managing jobs from start to finish, completing documentation and providing a professional, safe and tidy service on-site. ABOUT US For over 10 years we’ve been dedicated to helping our clients protect their properties across the UK. Our engineers are highly trained specialists in fire and general security with a very wide range of qualifications and experience. We offer our clients a large number of products which will impact on their safety such as the latest burglar alarms, CCTV, fire protection and access control systems – always designed to individual needs to provide the best possible protection for each property. DUTIES Your duties as the Fire and Security Engineer include: * System Installation: Install and commission fire alarm systems (including Advanced, Apollo, Kentec and C-TEC panels), intruder alarms, CCTV and access control systems * Service & Maintenance: Carry out routine servicing, fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance * Intruder Alarm Systems: Work confidently with Texecom and Galaxy systems * CCTV Systems: Install and maintain Hikvision, Avigilon and Dahua IP CCTV systems * Access Control: Install and configure Paxton and ACT access control systems * Testing & Compliance: Complete system testing, ensure compliance with relevant standards and codes of practice * Documentation: Accurately complete paperwork, test sheets and handover documentation * Networking Support: Configure basic networking including adding devices, assigning IP addresses and connecting equipment * Customer Service: Maintain a professional, safe and tidy approach when working on client sites CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS * Previous experience in fire alarm installation, service and maintenance * Experience with Advanced and Apollo fire alarm systems * Proven experience of working with Texecom and Galaxy intruder alarms * Experience with IP CCTV systems including Hikvision, Avigilon and Dahua * A background in access control systems such as Paxton and ACT * Knowledge of 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 BENEFITS * Company car * Phone and laptop * Tools and PPE provided * Ongoing training NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P15014 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Flash Security AWD-IN-SPJ

Reference: https://diversejobsmatter.co.uk/job/25815139/fire-and-security-engineer/ · Posted 23 hours ago · Closes 3 Sep 2026 · Listed via DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED

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