Job Title: Fire and Security Engineer

Location: Central Belt, Scotland (Field-Based)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role

FM Search & Select Ltd are seeking a skilled and reliable Fire and Security Engineer to join our Clients growing team. This field-based role will cover various sites across the Central Belt, including hotels, care homes, and other commercial properties. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of fire alarm systems, intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV systems.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, customer-focused, and able to work independently with a strong emphasis on compliance, safety, and service quality.

Key Responsibilities

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Install, commission, service, and repair fire alarm systems, intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems.

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Carry out routine maintenance and emergency call-outs in line with client SLAs.

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Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with relevant British Standards (e.g., BS 5839, BS 7671) and industry regulations.

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Accurately complete all job sheets, risk assessments, and service documentation using electronic systems.

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Liaise directly with site managers, care home staff, and hotel engineers to minimise disruption and deliver excellent service.

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Participate in an on-call rota for emergency support across the Central Belt region.

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Identify and report faults, recommend remedial action, and support project upgrades where required.

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Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times on customer sites.

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Maintain company tools, equipment, and van in a safe, clean, and serviceable condition.

Requirements

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Proven experience as a Fire and Security Engineer in a similar mobile role.

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Experience working in care homes, hospitality, or FM environments is highly desirable.

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Good knowledge of systems including Honeywell, Texecom, Hikvision, Paxton, Gent, or similar.

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Strong understanding of current fire and security system standards.

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Full UK driving license (required).

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ECS/CSCS Card and relevant certifications (e.g., FIA units, IPAF, PASMA).

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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

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Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

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Strong communication and customer service abilities.

What We Offer

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Competitive salary (DOE)

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Company van, fuel card, and tools

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Overtime and call-out rates

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Opportunities for training and development

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Supportive team culture and structured onboarding