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Lead Safety & Security Engineer
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Job Title: Lead Safety & Security Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Sector: Public Sector
Job Description
Lead Safety & Security Engineer
About The Role
We're looking for an experienced Lead Safety & Security Engineer to take technical ownership of complex integrated security projects while providing leadership and support to engineers in the field. You'll play a key role in delivering enterprise-level solutions across CCTV, Access Control, Intercom and integrated security platforms, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery, commissioning and handover of integrated security and safety systems.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring and day-to-day support to engineers, apprentices and subcontractors.
- Support Project Managers with planning, resource allocation, risk management and project execution.
- Conduct site surveys, design reviews, technical audits and quality inspections.
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers throughout project delivery.
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across security systems and networked environments.
- Ensure all documentation, commissioning records and handover packs are completed accurately.
- Support pre-sales activities, solution design, system improvements and upgrade opportunities.
- Champion high standards of health & safety, quality and compliance across all activities.
- Must be willing to cover out of hours rota is delivered in line with the customer’s expectations.
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Skills & Experience
- Proven experience leading the installation, commissioning and support of enterprise-scale security systems.
- Strong knowledge of CCTV, Access Control, Intercom and integrated security technologies.
- Hands-on experience with platforms such as Gallagher, Genetec Security Centre, HikCentral and Hanwha Vision.
- Strong understanding of IP networking, switching, routing, VLANs, fibre infrastructure and cybersecurity principles.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, network diagrams and construction documentation.
- Experience integrating security solutions with third-party systems and BMS platforms.
- Knowledge of British Standards including BS EN 62676, BS EN 60839, BS5839 and BS7671.
- Proven leadership experience managing engineers, subcontractors and multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong customer-facing, communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable Qualifications
- Gallagher Certified Engineer
- Genetec Certified Technical Specialist (or equivalent)
- HNC/HND in Electrical, Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering
- SMSTS or SSSTS
- ECS Gold Card
- Manufacturer accreditations across leading security platforms
- Full UK Driving Licence
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What We're Looking For
You'll be a proactive technical leader who leads by example, takes ownership, supports the development of others and is committed to delivering exceptional customer outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance.
Benefits
We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate’s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector, including:
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Healthcare and wellbeing programmes
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs
- Employee assistance programmes
How To Apply
If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form.
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