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Job title Fire & Security Engineer Location Colchester or Cambirdge Salary or rate £40k - £43k (OTE £50K) Contract type Permanent Hours or shifts Full time About the role We are proud to announce that one of our valued clients, who are a leading Fire & Security company, are now looking to recruit 2 experienced Fire & Security Engineers due to their continued growth and expansion. They're a highly established, BAFE-accredited provider of Fire Protection and Security systems with over 30 years of industry experience reuslting in them ammasing an outstanding reputation for delivering high quality solutions to a prestigious customer base and are now seeking a Fire & Security Engineer to join their growing team in in either Colchester or Cambridge! Key responsibilities Install, commission, service and repair intruder alarms, CCTV, access control and fire alarm systems Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive works with a high first time fix rate Communicate effectively with admin, sales and operations teams to support efficient scheduling Upload documentation, certificates, photos and job notes using the job management systems Work on an various Conventional & Addressable fire systems.. Maintain accurate van stock, tools and overall vehicle condition Participate in the call out rota and provide occasional remote support Identify recurring faults or design issues and contribute to continuous improvement Manufacturers: Fire - Advanced, Kentec, Ctec, Morley, Gent, Notifier Vesda CCTV - in Hikvision, Dahua, Axis and Avigilon Access Control - Paxton, ACT Vanderbilt, Grosveno Skills and experience required Essential: Experience in Installation, commissioning, maintenance and fault finding of Fire and Security Systems for an NSI & BAFE registered company Competent in the Installation, commissioning, maintenance and fault finding of Fire, Access control systems, Intruder alarms and CCTV systems. Competent on Conventional & Addressable fire systems including Advanced, Kentec, Ctec, Morley, Gent, Notifier Vesda etc. Experience in the use associated fire and security software. Experience with intruder alarms with key experience in Galaxy, Texecom, Eaton etc. Experience with IP CCTV systems with key experience in Hikvision, Dahua, Axis and Avigilon etc. Experience with Access control systems with key experience in Paxton, ACT Vanderbilt, Grosvenor etc. Experience with emergency lighting. Must have working knowledge and experience of the current British Standards for fire systems, Intruder alarms, Access control and CCTV. Desirable: Qualifications/Experience in BS5839, BS50131, PD6662, BS60839, NCP109, BS8418, BS6276, NCP104 and BS5266/FIA Units preferable What is on offer Salary of £40k - £43k (OTE £50k) Overtime available at enhanced rates Travel time paid Great progression oppportunties Company van, laptop, mobile phone and specialist tools provided Awards Programme Health & Wellbeing Programme If this Fire & Security Engineer role is the right next step for you, please apply with your CV as soon as possible. FIRENG

Technical Sales Executive - Platform Lifts - Colchester, Essex - Competitive salary plus comm and company car. Hello Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Technical Sales Executive for a company that specialises in platform lifts who are based in Colchester, Essex.. This is a great opportunity for a technically minded sales professional. You will be involved in site visits, reviewing drawings and specifications, preparing quotations, advising customers and converting enquiries into orders. Lift industry experience is not essential. Full product training will be provided. We are interested in finding someone with strong technical sales experience, ideally from construction, engineering, building products, mechanical services, access solutions or another specification-led sector. A kitchen designer would be a good example of this. The Role Based from Colchester you will manage enquiries from contractors, architects, builders, developers, facilities managers and end users. You will attend site visits, review plans and specifications, prepare accurate quotations and follow up opportunities through to order. You will also work closely with our internal technical, installation and operations teams to ensure projects are handed over properly once secured. This role would suit someone who has previously sold a technical product or service into the construction, engineering or building sector and is confident dealing with drawings, site conditions and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Prepare quotations for lifts and bespoke access solutions. Attend site visits to assess customer and project requirements. Read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules and site information. Advise customers on suitable lift options. Follow up enquiries and quotations to secure orders. Build relationships with contractors, architects, builders, developers and end users. Work with internal technical, installation and operations teams. Ensure accurate project handovers once orders are won. Maintain CRM records, quote details and customer information. Represent the company professionally during meetings and site visits. Client is Seeking Previous experience in a technical sales, field sales or specification sales role. Experience in construction, engineering, building products, mechanical services or another technical sector. The ability to read or understand drawings, plans, specifications or technical documents. Confidence attending site visits and discussing project requirements. A consultative sales approach rather than a hard-sell approach. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Good attention to detail when preparing quotations. The drive to follow up opportunities and convert enquiries into orders. A full UK driving licence. Suitable Backgrounds Could Include Construction products. Building materials. Doors, windows or glazing. Access control or security systems. Mechanical or electrical products. HVAC or building services. Roofing, cladding or architectural products. Lifts, platform lifts, access equipment or mobility products. Lift industry experience would be helpful, but it is not required. What They Offer Competitive basic salary. Bonus / commission scheme. Company car. Company pension. Laptop and mobile phone. Product and technical training. Supportive team environment. Long-term career opportunity with a specialist lift company. Varied role involving office work, customer meetings and site visits. This exciting role comes with an attractive salary , commission structure, company car and benefits

Business Development Lead - Land & Joint Forces Drive Growth Across the Future of Defence Capability Are you an experienced Business Development professional with a strong understanding of the Land and Joint Forces defence landscape? Do you have a track record of selling high-value consultancy, engineering services and technology solutions into complex military environments? We are seeking a commercially ambitious Business Development Lead to drive growth across the Land Defence market. This role is focused on identifying, shaping and winning consultancy-led engineering programmes that support military modernisation, operational advantage and mission success. As a leading technology and engineering consultancy, our client help defence customers solve complex challenges through specialist technical expertise, advanced research, technology development, systems engineering and innovation services. Rather than selling products, you will be selling consultancy and engineering capabilities that help defence organisations develop, evaluate and deploy next-generation technologies. The Opportunity Our consultancy supports customers throughout the capability lifecycle, from concept development and technology demonstration through to operational deployment and capability enhancement. Working alongside highly skilled engineers and scientists, you will help customers develop solutions across: Land Systems and Vehicle Platforms C4ISR and Digital Battlespace Technologies Tactical Communications Electronic Warfare and Spectrum Dominance ISR and Sensor Integration Counter-UAS and Force Protection Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) Autonomous and Robotic Systems AI and Machine Learning Applications Battlefield Networking and Edge Computing Soldier Systems and Human Performance Technologies Resilient Command and Control Systems Multi-Domain Integration and Joint Force Operations Key Responsibilities Business Development & Market Growth Develop and execute a growth strategy focused on Land and Joint Forces customers. Build strategic relationships across the MOD, Front Line Commands, DE&S, Defence Digital, the Army, NATO programmes, defence primes and specialist suppliers. Identify opportunities where consultancy-led engineering and technical support can provide measurable operational value. Position the organisation as a trusted technology partner capable of supporting research, experimentation, concept development, trials, system design and capability delivery. Consultancy Sales & Opportunity Creation Generate new business opportunities for engineering consultancy, technical advisory services, research programmes and capability development projects. Engage military and industry stakeholders to understand operational challenges and future capability requirements. Shape opportunities before formal procurement activity begins wherever possible. Develop compelling consultancy propositions that align technical expertise with customer mission outcomes. Capture, Proposal & Bid Leadership Lead capture activities across strategic Land and Joint Forces opportunities. Develop account plans, stakeholder maps, win themes and partner strategies. Coordinate proposal development activities involving engineering, commercial and delivery teams. Translate complex technical concepts into customer-focused and commercially compelling solutions. Account Management & Growth Ensure successful transition from sales into programme delivery. Maintain engagement with customers throughout project execution. Identify follow-on opportunities and pathways for long-term account growth. Develop strategic account plans focused on repeat business and framework expansions. Act as the voice of the customer within the business, helping drive future service offerings and investment areas. About You Proven success in Defence, Land Systems, Joint Forces, Aerospace, Security or related technology sectors. Experience selling consultancy services, engineering services, systems development or complex technical solutions. Strong understanding of UK Defence procurement and the wider defence ecosystem. Demonstrable experience managing the full business development lifecycle from prospecting through to contract award. Ability to engage effectively with military, technical, commercial and executive stakeholders. Strong account management, forecasting and pipeline development skills. Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation capabilities. Experience developing and leading customer engagement and sales campaigns. Why Join? Work on some of the most important and innovative defence capability programmes in the market. Sell genuine engineering consultancy and technical expertise rather than commodity products. Engage directly with military operators, programme leaders and defence industry decision-makers. Collaborate with world-class engineers and technology specialists. Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure. Flexible working arrangements. Strong career progression opportunities. A culture built around innovation, technical excellence and solving complex customer challenges.If you have a passion for defence, a strong understanding of Land and Joint Forces requirements, and experience winning consultancy-led engineering opportunities, this is an exceptional opportunity to play a key role in shaping the next generation of military capability

Location: Saffron Walden (CB10) Type: Permanent Hours: 9am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £90,000 Job Reference: 36251 We are seeking an experienced Business Development and Sales Manager to drive growth for our client within the defence sector by identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic customer relationships and managing the sales process from opportunity through to contract award. Working closely with technical teams, you will help deliver innovative engineering and technology solutions to defence customers while supporting long-term account growth. Responsibilities: - Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities within the defence sector - Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, prime contractors, government organisations and industry partners - Manage the full sales lifecycle, including opportunity qualification, capture planning, proposal development, negotiation and contract award - Develop account plans to grow existing customer relationships and generate repeat business - Work collaboratively with engineering and delivery teams to develop customer-focused technical solutions and proposals - Lead or support bid and proposal activities, ensuring high-quality submissions that meet customer requirements - Represent the business at customer meetings, industry events, exhibitions and networking opportunities - Monitor market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth - Maintain accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reporting and CRM records - Ensure a smooth handover of successful projects to delivery teams while maintaining customer relationships to identify future opportunities Requirements: - Proven experience in business development or sales within the defence, aerospace, security or advanced technology sectors - Track record of winning new business and managing complex sales opportunities - Experience managing the full sales process, from lead generation through to contract award - Strong relationship-building, communication, presentation and negotiation skills - Commercially minded with the ability to develop customer-focused solutions and value propositions - Ability to understand technical products or engineering services and communicate their benefits effectively - Strong organisational skills with experience in pipeline management, forecasting and CRM systems - Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across technical, commercial and project teams - Existing knowledge of the UK defence market and established industry networks would be advantageous Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below

Drive Growth Across the Future of Maritime Defence Technology Are you a commercially driven Business Development professional with a passion for Naval & Maritime Defence? Do you have the credibility to engage with military end users, defence primes, government stakeholders, shipbuilders and technology partners while translating complex engineering capabilities into winning customer solutions? Working with cutting-edge engineering teams, you will help deliver innovative solutions spanning communications, sensing, surveillance, radar, electronic warfare, AI-enabled systems, resilient navigation, autonomous platforms and low-SWaP technologies supporting naval operations and maritime security. This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially astute sales professional who thrives in complex defence environments and enjoys building long-term relationships across the UK and international maritime defence ecosystem. The Role You will take ownership of Naval and Maritime Defence business development activities from early market engagement through to contract award, project mobilisation and long-term account growth. Key responsibilities include: Leading end-to-end sales campaigns across naval, maritime security and defence programmes. Building and executing account strategies across navies, defence procurement organisations, shipbuilders, combat system providers, maritime primes and specialist defence SMEs. Developing trusted relationships with military, technical, operational, procurement and commercial stakeholders. Identifying capability gaps and shaping opportunities before formal procurement activities begin. Translating advanced engineering capabilities into compelling maritime defence solutions. Leading capture planning activities including stakeholder mapping, win strategies, partner engagement and bid development. Working closely with engineering teams to develop customer-focused propositions and technical solutions. Supporting successful programme handovers and maintaining strategic customer engagement throughout delivery. Representing the business at defence exhibitions, maritime forums, naval conferences and industry events. Maintaining a disciplined sales pipeline, accurate forecasting and robust CRM management. Key Responsibilities Naval & Maritime Market Development Develop and execute a structured growth strategy across Naval and Maritime Defence markets. Identify emerging naval capability requirements, defence spending priorities and maritime technology trends. Build relationships across Royal Navy programmes, maritime commands, defence procurement organisations, shipyards, system integrators and industry partners. Position the organisation as a trusted technology partner supporting research, concept development, prototyping, system integration and operational deployment. Develop routes to market through strategic partnerships, framework agreements and collaborative defence programmes. Opportunity Identification & Capture Generate qualified opportunities through market engagement, customer networking, industry events and partner ecosystems. Qualify opportunities against strategic fit, funding availability, operational need and competitive positioning. Shape customer requirements and influence procurement strategies wherever possible. Lead capture plans for complex maritime defence opportunities. Develop winning partnership and delivery models for programmes involving multiple stakeholders and supply chain partners. Bid Leadership & Commercial Management Lead commercially focused proposal development activities. Coordinate contributions from engineering, programme delivery, finance and leadership teams. Develop compelling value propositions centred on mission outcomes and operational effectiveness. Support negotiations covering scope, pricing, contracts and commercial terms. Drive opportunities through to successful contract award. Account Growth & Relationship Management Ensure smooth transition from sales to programme delivery. Maintain executive-level customer relationships throughout project execution. Identify follow-on opportunities, framework call-offs and adjacent programmes. Develop long-term account strategies to maximise repeat business and strategic partnerships. Act as the voice of the customer, helping influence future investment and solution development. About You We're looking for a motivated and accomplished defence sales professional with experience navigating complex defence procurement environments. Experience Proven success in Defence, Naval, Maritime Security, Aerospace or related technology sectors. Demonstrable experience managing complex sales cycles from opportunity creation through to contract award. Strong understanding of UK Defence procurement, defence acquisition processes and the wider defence industrial landscape. Experience selling complex engineering services, technology solutions, systems integration, consultancy or R&D capabilities. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage at all levels, from engineering teams to senior military and executive leadership. Strong sales forecasting, account planning and pipeline management capability. Excellent presentation, negotiation and communication skills. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with strong commercial instincts. Self-starter capable of creating and shaping new opportunities. Comfortable operating within long-cycle defence sales environments. Highly collaborative and relationship driven. Resilient, proactive and customer focused. If you're passionate about helping advance the future of Naval and Maritime Defence capabilities we'd love to hear from you

Technical Compliance Manager - £60,000 + package Location: Office-based with site, client, and remote flexibility Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (plus reasonable additional hours as required) Role Overview The Technical Compliance Manager is a senior role combining technical leadership with responsibility for health, safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory compliance across the organisation. The role provides strategic oversight of technical service delivery, engineering standards, and client-facing technical support while ensuring the business operates in full compliance with relevant legislation, ISO management systems, and industry best practice. This role acts as a central point of contact between technical teams, engineers, clients, regulators, and senior management, supporting operational excellence, risk management, sustainability, and commercial performance. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Service Support Provide technical leadership and support to engineering and service teams. Act as the senior technical escalation point for complex systems, faults, and design queries. Support contract delivery, system surveys, specifications, costing, and project development. Oversee technical standards, documentation, and system performance across all contracts. Lead development and improvement of staff technical skills and industry compliance. Provide product education and technical training to engineers and internal staff. Attend client meetings to define technical requirements, system solutions, and development plans. Support tendering, proposals, and technical inputs during sales and contract negotiations. Compliance, SHEQ & ISO Management Develop, implement, and maintain company HSEQ / SHEQ management systems. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality, and information/security legislation. Maintain, audit, and continuously improve ISO-certified systems including:o ISO 9001 (Quality) o ISO 14001 (Environmental) o ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) o ISO 27001 (Information Security) o ISO 50001 (Energy Management) Plan and conduct internal audits, site inspections, and compliance assessments. Prepare for and manage external audits, client audits, and regulatory inspections. Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Lead development and review of RAMS, safe systems of work, and procedures. Chairing Quarterly Management Review meetings Commercial, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Support tender submissions, quotations, and contract negotiation from a technical and compliance perspective. Monitor supplier compliance, pricing, and technical performance. Track technical and SHEQ KPIs, producing reports for senior management. Identify risks, opportunities, and improvements affecting service quality, compliance, and profitability. Promote a positive safety, quality, and compliance culture across the organisation. Support sustainability and Net Zero initiatives, including energy performance and environmental controls. Key Skills & Competencies Strong technical background within building services / BMS or similar engineering environments. Excellent knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems. Commercial and contractual awareness. Strong organisational, analytical, and reporting skills. Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels. Leadership skills with a collaborative and proactive approach. Ability to balance operational, commercial, and compliance priorities. Technical & Professional Knowledge BMS / control systems and integration technologies Risk assessment, incident investigation, and audit management. ISO standards and certification maintenance. UK health & safety, environmental, and quality legislation. Tendering, costing, and contract technical support. Qualifications & Experience Essential Proven experience in a technical management or senior engineering role. Demonstrable responsibility for HSEQ / SHEQ or compliance management. Strong working knowledge of ISO management systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent). Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, health & safety, environmental management, or related discipline. Experience supporting sustainability or energy management initiatives. General Responsibilities Maintain confidentiality in line with company policies. Comply with all health & safety policies and procedures. Participate in annual personal reviews and ongoing professional development. Promote equality, respect, and professionalism across the business