Senior Fire and Security Installation Engineer

Senior Fire & Security Installation Engineer

Ignis Fire & Security – Birmingham, Part of the fast‑growing Ranger Group

About Ignis Fire & Security

Ignis Fire & Security is a rapidly growing, customer‑focused organisation specialising in the installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire alarm, CCTV, intruder, and access control systems across the West Midlands. As part of the expanding Ranger Group, the business is scaling quickly and investing heavily in engineering excellence and customer service.

This growth has created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Fire & Security Engineer to join the Birmingham‑based team and play a key role in shaping the future of the engineering function.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a highly skilled engineer who wants to step into a senior position with autonomy, technical variety, and the chance to influence standards, mentor junior engineers, and support continued regional expansion.

You’ll work across the West Midlands delivering high‑quality service, installation, commissioning, and fault‑finding on a wide range of fire and security systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Fire & Security Servicing — Diagnose, repair, and maintain fire alarm, intruder, CCTV, and access control systems to industry standards.
• System Installation — Install and commission new systems across commercial and industrial sites.
• Technical Leadership — Support, mentor, and guide junior engineers, ensuring best practice and high‑quality workmanship.
• Customer Support — Deliver exceptional customer service, providing clear communication and professional on‑site support.
• Compliance & Reporting — Complete accurate documentation, ensure compliance with BS5839 and relevant standards, and uphold company procedures.
• On‑Call & Overtime — Participate in the call‑out rota and take advantage of overtime opportunities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Fire Alarm Expertise — Strong knowledge of addressable and conventional systems (e.g., Advanced, Kentec, Morley).
• Security Systems Experience — Skilled with CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control platforms.
• Industry Qualifications — FIA units, ECS/CSCS, IPAF, or equivalent desirable.
• Fault‑Finding Ability — Excellent diagnostic and problem‑solving skills.
• Driving Licence — Full UK driving licence required.
• Experience Level — Minimum 5+ years in fire & security engineering.

Salary & Benefits

• Base salary: £38,000 – £44,000 depending on experience
• OTE: £45,000 & overtime
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Company van, laptop and mobile phone
• Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellbeing, security, and peace of mind
• Career progression within a fast‑growing group
• Referral bonus scheme available through the Ranger Group (up to £1,000 for engineering referrals)

Why Join Ignis Fire & Security?

• Be part of a rapidly expanding engineering team within a national group.
• Work with modern systems and high‑quality equipment.
• Enjoy a supportive culture that values expertise, development, and customer excellence.
• Real opportunities to progress into Lead Engineer, Technical Specialist, or Supervisor roles as the business grows.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, RangerFS is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.