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Posted 20 July, 2026

Fire & Security Service Engineer

JLD Recruit Ltd
Exeter, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title:Fire & Security Service Engineer

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Location:Barnstaple

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Salary:£34,000 to £42,000 per annum depending on experience

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Employment Type:Full-time, Permanent

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JOB OVERVIEW

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We're recruiting a Fire & Security Installation and Commissioning Engineer for our client, a growing Fire and Security company based in Barnstaple. This is a full-time, permanent position working across commercial and industrial projects with a professional business that has strong long term growth plans.

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This is a varied, hands on role with genuine opportunities for career development and the chance to be part of a supportive and growing team.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

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  • Install, commission, test and hand over Fire Detection, CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Alarm systems across a range of sites
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  • Work from technical drawings and specifications
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  • Carry out programming, fault finding and system testing
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  • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with current regulations and British Standards
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  • Work independently when required and maintain a professional attitude when dealing with clients and site teams
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  • Follow health and safety procedures at all times
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QUALIFICATIONS

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  • Minimum 2 years experience within Fire and Security (essential)
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  • Strong fault finding ability across Fire and Security systems
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  • Good knowledge of both traditional and IP based systems
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  • Understanding of BS 5839, BS EN 50132, BS EN 50133 and BS EN 50131 (highly beneficial)
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  • Experience with manufacturers such as Hikvision, Paxton, Texecom, Gent, Morley or Advanced (advantageous)
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  • Industry qualifications including FIA Units, ECS or CSCS cards, IPAF or PASMA certifications (desirable, not essential)
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  • Good communication skills and professional attitude
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  • Full UK driving licence (essential)
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  • Must be able to pass full security vetting
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WHAT WE OFFER

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  • Salary of £34,000 to £42,000 depending on experience
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  • Full-time, permanent position
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  • Varied commercial and industrial projects
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  • Long term career development opportunities
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  • Supportive and growing team environment
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  • A professional business with strong long term growth plans
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