Service Engineer

• 5390
• Jackson Fire and Security
• Field-based role supporting clients in Guildford and the surrounding areas
• Permanent, Full Time
• In region of £28,000 to £35,000, potential OTE of £40k + access to van

Service Engineer – Electrical, IT or similar background will be considered.

Are you an experienced Service Engineer looking for a rewarding change of direction in your career?

Perhaps you’re an Electrician looking to develop into a more multi-skilled role, or maybe you’re an IT Support Technician searching for an opportunity to progress your career as part of a rapidly growing organisation within a resilient and thriving industry?

Here at Jackson Fire & Security, we have a rewarding opportunity to join our growing team in a field-based role supporting clients in Guildford and the surrounding areas. We’re flexible on your background, as long as you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn - we’ll provide you with the training and support you need to succeed in the role.

Our Company

Jackson Fire & Security is one of the leading independent fire and security solutions providers and has been rapidly expanding operations across the UK. The company has grown steadily since it formed in 1991 and is now one of the most respected solutions led companies operating in the field.

Offering installation and maintenance services, Jackson Fire & Security offers a wide range of solutions from fire extinguishers through to large commercial installations.

The Role – Service Engineer

To support your background and experience, you’ll receive tailored training and guidance to ensure you have the knowledge and skills to become a fully-fledged Security and Fire Alarm Engineer.

No two days are the same for our Security and Fire Alarm Engineers, but one thing is for certain – they’re all busy days! One day you could be out installing fire extinguishers, or you might be servicing and commissioning a large commercial fire or intruder alarm system or perhaps a CCTV or access control system. But one thing that will remain constant in your role is you’ll always be the face of our business and understand how vital it is to deliver superb customer service.

The Package

• A starting salary in the region of £28,000 to £35,000 with the level dependent on experience, plus attractive uncapped on target earning potential (anticipated to be in excess of £40,000)
• Access to company van, laptop and mobile phone
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day for each year of service (capped at 31 days)
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Genuine career progression available for the right candidate
• Access to head office facilities that have seen significant investment in recent years and include a bespoke training room boasting 7 complete alarm systems
• Permanent contract, working predominantly Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Our Requirements – Service Engineer

• Ideally, you’ll have a background in electrical or IT (or similar) servicing / engineering
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage own workload with minimal supervision
• Full and clean UK driving licence

Due to the nature of the business, successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory DBS and BS7858 checks

All applications for this Service Engineer vacancy are to be submitted online, and strictly no agency calls or agency CV submissions.