Fire & Security Systems Auditor - Southwest

Fire & Electronic Security Systems Auditor

Location: South West (Home-Based)

Salary: Up to £45,000 + Company Car

Job Type: Full Time

Company Overview

Our client is a leading UK certification body specialising in the security and fire safety sector. With over 2,200 certified businesses nationwide, they are one of the most respected certification organisations in the industry, helping companies demonstrate compliance, quality, and operational excellence.

Working across fire detection, alarm monitoring, electronic security systems, and life safety services, the organisation plays a key role in maintaining industry standards and promoting best practice throughout the sector.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fire and/or Electronic Security Systems Auditor to join a growing audit team covering the South West region.

This home-based role is responsible for conducting third-party certification audits, surveillance assessments, recertification audits, and special inspections across a range of fire and electronic security disciplines. The successful candidate will ensure audits are completed in accordance with industry standards, quality procedures, accreditation requirements, and scheme regulations.

This position would suit a technically competent fire or security professional looking to move into auditing or develop an existing auditing career. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct certification, surveillance, recertification, and renewal audits.
• Audit companies operating within Intruder Alarms, CCTV/VSS, Access Control, Temporary Alarm Systems, Lone Worker Solutions, Void Property Protection, and Detection Activated Video Surveillance Systems.
• Carry out audits relating to BAFE SP203-1 Fire Detection & Alarm Systems and SP203-4 Emergency Lighting.
• Complete follow-up inspections relating to non-conformities identified during audits.
• Undertake pre-assessments for new applicants.
• Conduct special inspections and complaint investigations when required.
• Produce accurate and detailed audit reports.
• Ensure all findings and evidence are recorded in line with quality and accreditation requirements.
• Liaise with operational and compliance teams regarding audit outcomes.
• Attend training, industry events, and stakeholder meetings as required.

Essential Requirements

• Experience within the Fire Detection & Alarm, Electronic Security, CCTV, Access Control, or Intruder Alarm sectors.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a regional territory.
• Strong report-writing and administrative skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel throughout the South West, including occasional overnight stays.
• Professional, organised, and detail-oriented approach.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous auditing or inspection experience.
• IRCA Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification.
• Knowledge of SSAIB, UKAS, and BAFE certification schemes.
• Experience within quality management systems or compliance environments.
• Understanding of third-party certification processes.

Benefits & Package

• Salary up to £45,000
• Company car
• Mobile phone
• Laptop
• Medicash healthcare plan
• Pension scheme
• Home-based working
• Full training and ongoing development
• Opportunity to work with a respected industry certification body

Location & Travel

Location: South West England

Working Pattern: Home-based, full-time

Travel: Regular regional travel required with occasional overnight stays.