Fire And Security Lead Engineer

We are thrilled to have joined forces with Network Homes in October 2023, which now places us as the 6th largest housing association in the UK. Sovereign and Network Homes have come together as SNG (Sovereign Network Group) – an organisation that takes the best of both and makes it even better.

What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters. 

We're currently looking for an experienced and qualified Fire & Security Lead Engineer to join our Property Compliance Team covering our Devon locality. As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road we will provide you with a business use van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.

You'll also benefit from:

• £335 yearly Tool Allowance
• £450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice
• Uniform & PPE
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
• A van and fuel card for business travel
• iPhone and iPad 
• Generous pension and life cover

What you'll do:

• Audit F&S certification from external contractors and 10% of their on-site works
• Carry out safety and technical audits on F&S Engineers and F&S contractors and undertake site validations and pre and post-inspections
• Apply knowledge and skills to record and report on status and condition of fire and security services equipment encountered via periodic inspection sheets and minor works/installation certificates.
• Test/Service/Install
• Fire Systems/Emergency Lighting/AOV/CCTV
• Identify faults and repair/Install
• Door Entry/Door Access/Door Operators

What you'll need:

• A minimum of 5 years Industry Experience
• F.I.A or equivalent Certifications
• Ideally be Electrically Qualified although not essential
• Proven Industry work experience for fire/door entry & access will be desirable

You should have experience of working in occupied premises and be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills. 

You'll enjoy working alone or as part of a team and be confident in using IT technology such as iPads and Microsoft Word packages such as basic excel and other IT software.

This is a full time role, working 40 Hours per week, with the opportunity to supplement your salary through your participation in the out of hours rota, minimum 1 in 10 weeks.

Due to the requirement to travel within this role, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 1 years driving experience and have the ability to drive a company van.

This role is subject to a satisfactory licence check, essential qualifications check and a basic disclosure