Fire & Security Service & Installation Engineer

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Fire & Security Service & Installation Engineer We are expanding our team following the award of a new long-term contract with Kingston Council. This role is employed directly by Bourneside Electrical Services Ltd, and we are looking for an experienced Fire & Security Service & Installation Engineer to join Bourneside Electrical Services – someone confident working across Kingston Council sites to install, maintain and fault‑find on:
Access control systems Panic alarms / staff assist systems Door entry & intercom systems
You’ll be working across local authority buildings including offices, supported housing, depots and public facilities. This is a varied role with autonomy, a steady workflow, use of a modern, structured job management platform (Simpro) and guaranteed support from management. Key Responsibilities
Service, maintenance & installation of fire and security systems. Fault finding and rectification across electrical security systems. Carrying out PPM works and annual servicing schedules. Working safely within Council buildings and sensitive environments. Completing reports, certificates and compliance documentation. Liaising with site staff, tenants and internal admin teams. Participating in an on‑call rota (if required).
Required Qualifications & Experience
Proven experience servicing fire and security systems. Competency on addressable & conventional fire alarm panels (e.g., Advanced, Kentec, Gent, Morley). Experience with access control (Paxton, ACT, etc.). Experience with intruder alarms (Texecom, Honeywell, Pyronix, etc.). Ability to read drawings, wiring diagrams and site schematics. Full UK driving licence.
Preferred / Highly Advantageous
FIA training modules (the industry gold standard): FIA Unit 3 (Maintenance) BTEC / City & Guilds in Fire & Security Systems C&G 1853 or 236, or equivalent vocational qualification. ECS / JIB Card (ideally Fire & Security Systems Engineer card). IP networking experience
Modern access/fire/security all leans heavily on IP and data infrastructure.
Knowledge of BS 5839-1 & BS 4737 / EN50131 (intruder). Experience working in local authority contracts.
Personal Skills
Customer‑friendly and able to communicate well with vulnerable tenants & council staff. Strong problem‑solving mindset. Able to work independently and manage own workload. High attention to safety & compliance. Great attention to detail for completion of reports.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience. Quarterly performance based bonus scheme. Clear performance standards and structured annual pay reviews. Overtime opportunities. Supportive team environment. Stable long‑term work pipeline (Council contract). All works completed using Simpro AI powered operating platform.
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Location:
Shepperton
Job Type:
FullTime

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