Fire And Security Technician

Fusion People are actively recruiting for a Fire & Security Technician to work on behalf of a global Facility Management company covering the Manchester area.

This is an outstanding opportunity for people looking to further develop their career in a multi-site retail environment where delivering service excellence is the over-riding objective.

Hours of work - Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (42.5 hours per week)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £36,627.99 (includes standby allowance - 1 week in every 4, (13 weeks per year))

Overview:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Fire & Security Technician role. This position is responsible for carrying out repairs and planned preventative maintenance of fire & security equipment in Asda stores and distribution sites.

Job Purpose:

To be the technical specialist for designated stores responsible for undertaking first call response to Fire, Public Address Systems, CCTV, EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance), Access Control, Intercoms, Automatic Pedestrian Gates, Trolley Retention Systems. Key Accountabilities

* To undertake maintenance and repairs in accordance with KPI's set by the customer.

* To ensure all planned, reactive and statutory works designated to a CCTV engineer is carried out in accordance with contractual obligations as set out in the Company's protocols and procedures.

* To complete the PPM works within agreed timescales and to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately to the laid-down procedures and satisfactory standards.

* To respond promptly to service call requests from the Helpdesk during normal hours and when on call. For avoidance of doubt out of hours will be referred to the specialist in the first instance.

* To identify non-repairable faults in equipment and propose corrective course of action.

* To order parts where required in line with Company Procedures, ensure prompt fitment on delivery and chase outstanding parts not delivered within 5 days

* To fully complete all paperwork required by the Company to measure performance of service and undertake surveys as requested.

* To meet and communicate regularly with the Duty Manager on every store visit to advise all repair and maintenance issues that are likely to affect the smooth running of the store.

* To ensure all tools and equipment necessary to complete maintenance and repairs are available and serviceable at all times.

* Carry out required Fire PPM visits to BS5839

* To ensure Fire alarm systems are in compliance with BS 5839 and report defects as necessary

* To be proficient in the use of written and verbal communication, report writing and recording procedures. * To be aware of regulations and codes of practise applicable to the tasks.

* To notify the company helpdesk of procedural task condition on cessation of works.

* To carry out surveys and complete reports as required by the supervisor / technical specialist.

* All work will be completed to the highest standards in an efficient and cost-effective manner, whilst complying with the laid-down Company Health and Safety policy.

* To carry out all tasks assigned within the allotted time period to the satisfaction of the company and client. * To be proficient in the use of written and verbal communication, report writing and recording procedures.

* To attend training courses as and where necessary and to ensure personal job skills keep pace with technical and business developments.

* Ensure all mandatory Evolve on-line training modules are completed.

* To comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act and the company's Health and Safety Policy at all times.

* To work with company and ASDA colleagues to ensure that laid-down standards of quality are maintained at all times.

* To represent the company in a professional and competent manner at all times and develop a good working relationships with City and ASDA colleagues.

* To comply with any other reasonable request or instruction from the City Management Team.

This role requires someone extremely competent in fault diagnosis and repairing all fire & security equipment fitted in Asda stores, Preferred candidate will be knowledgeable in IP CCTV, fire alarms and electronic security systems. Regular travel and occasional overnight stays are also a requirement of the role.

About Our client

· Our client is one of the UK's fastest growing independent businesses.

· They have more than 25 years of successful facilities management and building maintenance delivery across retail, residential and commercial markets.

· They are committed to the perfect partnership with ASDA and their mission is to provide them with the best maintained stores exceeding their expectations, every day.

· This one stop solution includes the delivery of Fire and Security service and maintenance activity across the ASDA store portfolio.

· This one stop solution includes the delivery of all facilities management services to ASDA

What we can offer you as part of our team:

· 10% Discount scheme

· Fantastic benefits package including Private medical, Healthshield, Pension scheme, discounts on popular retailers and restaurants across the UK and a generous death in service benefit

· Holidays - 33 days including bank holidays

· Company vehicle

· Cycle to Work scheme

· The opportunity to build a career in a fast paced environment

Please contact Sam Day from the Bristol Fusion People (phone number removed) for more details

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