Technical Systems Engineer - Fire & Security

Salary/Rate:£40,000 - £47,000 per annum

Job Type:Office Based

Contract Type:Perm

Town/City:Marble Arch

County:London

Sector:Facilities Management

Job ref:JN -012025-83165_1739179865

Post Date:10. 02. 2025

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Meet Our Recruiter

Rowan Naude

Principal Consultant, Facilities Management

+44 (0)20 7478 2551

rnaude@cobaltrecruitment.com

About the Role

Cobalt is working alongside one of the UK's most prestigious real estate developers and landlords as they search for a Technical Systems Engineer, specialising in fire and security systems.

The Technical Systems Engineer will join the Central Support Services team, working collaboratively to ensure our properties are managed in compliance with regulatory requirements, current standards, and industry best practices.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Conduct audits of Fire Safety manuals and logbooks, documenting records and identifying defects.
Prepare and revise maintenance specifications for specialist sub-contractor contracts.
Review system designs and propose amendments to meet occupier needs.
Support system alterations for Fire Alarms, Security Systems, and System Networks.
Audit maintenance contractors and sub-contractors as required.
Collaborate with Technical Services Managers on fit-out procedures for Fire Alarms and Security System interfacing.

Although these aren't mandatory, having experience within the below areas will certainly be desirable:

Installation and maintenance of Access Control Systems
CCTV Systems
Intercom Systems
Electronic Security Systems Networks
Vehicle Barriers and Speed Lanes

Key Systems Expertise:

Fire Alarm Systems: Advanced Electronics
Voice Alarm Systems: Baldwin Boxall
Emergency Communication Systems: Baldwin Boxall

If you have a strong technical background in systems management, a keen eye for compliance and quality (specifically within fire and security) and the ability to collaborate across teams, please apply with your most up to date CV as soon as possible.

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