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June 11, 2024

Job Title: Fire and Security Service and Commissioning Engineer (Multi-Disciplined)
Salary Expectation: Uncapped & negotiable – depending on experience
Location: Colne, Northwest
GB Integrated Systems Limited has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, motivated and committed individual to join our team as a Systems Service Engineer. (Fire, Security, Communications, Audio Visual, Automation)

Based in the North West, GB Integrated Systems Ltd offers complete design, consultation, supply, installation and maintenance of all types of electronic fire, security, data, audiovisual and automation systems across all market sectors.

The successful candidate will be required to commission, service and repair the systems mentioned above and associated equipment in accordance with current codes of practice, manufacturer’s requirements, and British and European Standards.
Travel and some working away are prerequisites for this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Service and maintain a wide range of fire and security equipment.
  • To extend existing systems as part of small/remedial works packages.
  • Provide excellent service to customers, building solid working relationships.
  • Attending urgent service calls to meet our SLAs.
  • Fault finding and problem-solving when attending callouts/breakdowns.
  • Provide on-site technical support and solutions to customers during reactive and routine visits.
  • Complete all company paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Adhere to health and safety requirements.
  • Be involved in a 24-hour emergency cover rota. Currently, this equates to 1 week in every 4.
  • Advise customers on new products and services to improve efficiency.

 

Essential Skills Requirements

  • IT Literate, Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexible and self-motivated
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • DBS clearance (for working in schools)
  • Full Security Screening

Desirable Skills Requirements

  • Worked within BAFE/ SSAIB/ NSI accredited company.
  • Valid CSCS / ECS card
  • IPAF / PASMA / Asbestos Awareness certification
  • BFPSA certification, specific product training and certification.

Company Benefits

  • 4 weeks paid holiday, plus bank holidays.
  • Competitive pay structure and call-out rates apply.
  • Enhanced benefits after 5 years of service
  • Company Vehicle
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Company issued laptop

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV to office@gbis.co.uk 

Job Title: Installation / Project Engineer

Salary Expectation: Negotiable, based on experience and qualifications.

Location: Northwest England

We specialise in providing comprehensive electronic system solutions at GB Integrated Systems Ltd., located in Colne, Northwest England. We offer high-end services across all market sectors, from fire and security to communication, audiovisual, lighting control, and automation systems. As our workload and project pipeline increase, we’re excited to offer an opportunity for a proficient and experienced individual with excellent organisational skills to join our esteemed team.

We’re seeking a qualified electrician with experience in fire, security, home automation, and lighting control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire, security, home automation, and lighting control systems.
  • Translating technical drawings and concepts into practical solutions, demonstrating problem-solving skills to efficiently overcome technical challenges.
  • Participating occasionally in design and specification tasks.
  • Hands-on work involving the use of tools and diagnostic equipment.
  • Demonstrating excellent organisational and communication skills, particularly when interacting with high-profile clients face-to-face.
  • Communicating effectively with team members and other trades on projects.

Requirements:

  • Experience in rack design and build.
  • Ability to understand and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
  • Proficiency in audiovisual and control system installation and commissioning.
  • Experience in fire and security installation and commissioning.
  • Competence in network design, installation, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
  • General service and support of client sites.
  • Project management skills, including meeting deadlines.
  • Full UK driving license.
  • DBS clearance (essential for working in schools).
  • Full security clearance due to the nature of the job.

Package:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Company van and tools.
  • Company laptop.
  • Company pension.

Desirable Skills Requirements:

  • Previous experience within a BAFE/SSAIB/NSI accredited company.
  • Valid CSCS/ECS card.
  • Certification in IPAF/PASMA/Asbestos Awareness.
  • Electrical qualifications such as City & Guilds or evidence of a proven apprenticeship.
  • Experience with Control4 or other control systems is preferred.

Product training will be provided.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV to: office@gbis.co.uk, or by contacting the office directly on 01282 451300. Alternatively, applications can be sent by post to:

GB Integrated Systems Ltd, Unit 3, Vivary Mill, Vivary Way, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 9NW, England.

The closing date for this post is 31st  July