Small Works Engineer

Job Title: Fire & Security Maintenance / Small Works Engineer Location: Cardiff Pay: £16.50 – £18.50 per hour (OTE £40,000+ with overtime) Job Type: Permanent, Full-time ➕ Overtime available (1.5x & 2x rates) We’re looking for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join a busy and growing team, covering maintenance, repairs, small works, and occasional installation projects. This is a hands-on field role working across occupied sites, so strong technical ability and good customer communication are both essential. What you’ll be doing: Planned maintenance and reactive repairs on fire & security systems Small works and minor installation projects Working on intruder alarms, fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and integrated IP systems Supporting systems with complex cause & effect configurations Completing service reports and job documentation Working in occupied buildings with a strong focus on customer care Occasional installation work alongside maintenance duties What we’re looking for: 3+ years’ experience in Fire & Security systems (essential) Strong knowledge of intruder alarms, fire alarms, CCTV, and access control Experience with IP / integrated systems Familiarity with fire extinguishers (desirable) Experience working on complex fire systems and cause & effect (preferred) Good customer service and communication skills Ability to work independently in the field Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable qualifications: FIA / BS 5839 training or equivalent fire systems qualifications What’s on offer: £16.50 – £18.50 per hour OTE £40,000+ with overtime Overtime paid at 1.5x and 2x rates Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, and uniform Company pension Company events Permanent, stable full-time role If you’re a hands-on engineer who knows fire & security systems inside out and wants solid earning potential with overtime, this is a strong long-term opportunity.