Small Works Engineer | East Midlands (Nottingham / Derby / Leicester / Lincolnshire), with regional travel up to Manchester | Up to £42,000 basic + overtime, call-out and benefits (OTE circa £46,000–£47,000)

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £43,000 (DOE) + overtime & call-out (OTE up to £47,000)
• Paid door-to-door travel
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Company vehicle (personal use included)
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training & development (including 18th Edition, product training)
• Supportive and professional working environment

We are seeking a versatile Small Works / Install Engineer to deliver minor installations, system upgrades, additions, and remedial works across fire and security systems, ensuring compliance with British Standards.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Commissioning

• Install and commission fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, door-entry systems, and associated safety equipment
• Interpret site drawings, plans, and technical specifications
• Complete cabling, equipment installation, system set-up, testing, and certification
• Replace faulty emergency lighting systems

Maintenance & Fault-Finding

• Diagnose and resolve system faults efficiently
• Participate in a call-out rota with additional pay
• Maintain accurate service records and reports

Client & Team Collaboration

• Liaise with clients to understand requirements and provide technical guidance
• Work alongside project managers, surveyors, subcontractors, and office teams
• Support and mentor junior engineers where required

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all work meets current British Standards
• Follow health & safety procedures, including risk assessments and PPE usage

Equipment & Administration

• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and stock
• Keep system software/firmware up to date
• Use mobile devices/software for scheduling and reporting

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within small works, installation, or service engineering (fire, security, telecoms, AV or similar)
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong fault-finding and technical reporting skills
• Good communication and customer-facing approach
• Able to work independently and travel regionally
• IT literate (service systems, reporting tools, email)

Desirable

• First Aid, IPAF, PASMA
• Relevant fire industry qualifications
• Manufacturer training (e.g. major fire/security system brands)

About the Company

An established UK provider of fire detection, life safety, and security systems with over 30 years’ industry experience.

The business supports a wide range of environments including commercial sites, education, residential portfolios, and leisure facilities, offering nationwide capability with a strong local service approach.

Part of a wider group delivering compliance, safety, and facilities solutions across both public and private sector clients.