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Fire & Security Installations Engineer

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Posted on - 14 April 2026 Salary - £34-40,000 per annum
Job Type - Permanent Location - Wigan

Job Description

We are looking for a Fire and Security Installations Engineer to work on a permanent basis in Wigan. The role will be covering the North West area.

Salary is c£34-40,000 per annum plus overtime/on-call opportunities, 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, Company Vehicle and Fuel card, Power tools, Laptop, phone, pension etc.
Fire and Security Installations Engineer Duties/Experience
  • At least three years’ hands-on experience working with electronic security and life safety systems, ideally within an NSI-approved organisation
  • Strong capability in installing, configuring, and commissioning a wide range of fire and security systems
  • Proven ability to carry out servicing, diagnostics, and fault resolution across multiple system types to a high standard
  • Must be eligible to pass industry-standard screening checks, including BS7858, DBS, and relevant police vetting
  • Working knowledge of leading manufacturers and platforms, such as Texecom, Dahua, Paxton, Videx, C-Tec, Advanced, Hochiki, Gent, Hikvision, or similar
  • Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, networking fundamentals, and core electrical/electronic principles
  • Prior involvement in managing or coordinating security-related projects
  • Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota

Additional Skills & Attributes for the Fire and Installations Engineer: 

  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively within a team environment
  • Capable of making sound decisions under time constraints
  • Responsible for managing and maintaining stock levels within a company vehicle
  • Consistently follows health and safety guidelines and works in a safe, compliant manner
  • Completes required documentation accurately, both digitally and on paper
  • Demonstrates reliability, organisation, and strong time management skills
  • Complies with all internal policies and operational procedures
  • Builds and maintains positive working relationships with customers and colleagues

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Contact Rebecca for further details
rebecca@simplyrecruitmentgroup.com
01744 419 570

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