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Small Works Estimator Job | WFP Fire & Security | Essex & London Small Works Estimator This position is now filled. But it’s not just any role, it’s a position that we’ve just established and we’re looking for the right person to make it their own. Rather than boring you with an essay on what we’re looking for, I thought it’d be easier if I just told you… so I’ve recorded a video and done just that. The role is an Internal Small Works Estimator, and the salary range is £25k-£45k, depending on experience. If you’ve got practical engineering experience and you’re looking for something challenging, rewarding and interesting in a tight-knit and friendly team, then this might just be for you. Or maybe you know someone who fits the bill… either way, have a watch of the video and if it sounds interesting, drop me a message or get in touch on 01277 724 653. Oh, and we’re based in Stock, Essex. Apply Now! You'll Love: Problem-solving and fault-finding Continual professional development A challenge and no two days which are the same Meeting customers and offering first-class support Your Role in Brief: Permanent role Full-time: Mon-Fri, 08:00-17:00 Salary: £25k-£32k (Depending on Experience) Serving Customers in Essex, London & Home Counties Does This Sound Like You? Do any of these sound familiar? Promises not being kept and false (or non-existent progression)? Not feeling motivated and living what feels like Groundhog Day? Corporate-style culture that lacks the family-style feel? Selling an inferior product or service? Feeling unheard in your team? Then it’s time to jump-start your career! APPLY NOW! Watch Your Career Fly with WFP! WFP has assembled an impressive technical team for you to learn from and add your own panache! All members of our team want to hear from each other and learn from individual experiences. We’re big on feedback, rewarding great work and team spirit. You’ll have a one-on-one Training Day every month to help sharpen your skills and industry knowledge with our Technical Director, Barry, plus a ToolBox Talk every quarter to enjoy a fry-up with the Engineering Team and put the world to rights. You’ll have access to discounted courses run by the Fire Industry Association (FIA), which we’re members of, where you can specialise in the Maintenance, Installation or Commissioning of Fire Alarm Systems. Of course, if you’re coming on board specialising in fire and not security, or vice versa, don’t worry – support and training will be offered! Our engineers work on a variety of systems, including: Intruder Alarms, Fire Alarms, CCTV, Door Entry Systems, Access Control, Smoke Vents, Emergency Voice Communication Systems, Disabled Refuge Alarms and Automated Gates. So, whatever speciality you can bring to the table, we want to hear from you! LEARN MORE ABOUT WFP'S TRAINING ACADEMY You'll Benefit From: Engineers' incentive points system, rewards schemes, overtime opportunities & on-call allowance Continual in-house training, plus discounted courses from the Fire Industry Association (FIA) 29 days' annual leave, including Bank Holidays - plus your birthday off (after 1st year) Work laptop and company phone Company van & tools provided Entry to our pension scheme Socials & team-building days Your Career Ladder: Your engineering career path will level up according to your technical abilities, level of support needed and your team leadership amongst the engineering team. Ideally, for this role, we are looking for a Grade 4 Level Engineer and above , however we are always open to bringing on and nurturing new team members who are ambitious and have a great attitude. Have a look at our tailor-made career ladder, designed to hone industry-leading technicians and engineers who love what they do: Grade 6: Technical Team Leader Should be able to confidently carry out any of the tasks required in Grade 1 up to Grade 5 Have the ability to resolve more difficult and unusual problems autonomously Act as a Team Leader on projects, reporting to and supporting the Project Manager Oversee the workmanship of others and help improve quality standards through on-site auditing Offer support to the wider team, such as the Service Desk, to advise on the components and logistics needed for quotations Grade 5: Commissioning Engineer In addition to abilities honed in Grades 1 to 4, you should be able to fully commission a system from new and existing Have elaborate understanding of the relevant standards and how to identify less common design queries Be fully up-to-speed with products we use and have the ability to work on less common products through manuals and support Offer support to your fellow engineers and be a point of contact for either customers or the wider team on technical questions Grade 4: System Technician In addition to abilities honed in Grades 1 to 3, you should be able to perform fault-finding tasks with minimal support Modify existing systems with written and verbal instructions Grade 3: Installation Engineer With the skills of Grades 1 and 2 under your belt, you will be able to carry out the installation of systems, following drawings, design proposals and verbal instructions Grade 2: Maintenance Engineer Having completed Grade 1, you will be able to perform maintenance on fire and security products we service Be able to respond to a reactive fault and resolve common defects, with or without support Communicate with ease and confidence with our customers on-site Grade 1: Trainee Engineer Collect information for tasks to be carried out and resource data sheets on products being used Obtain a full understanding of equipment used through manuals and processes Document key points of information to allow personal development Ideally, You Will Have: Ambition to level up your career and add value to your team 3+ years of experience in fire and/or security engineering Demonstrated experience and confidence facing customers A valid UK driving licence (as you'll be driving around a lot!) Relevant certificates or qualifications to demonstrate your skills It's Your Time to Shine! How to Apply... You’ll be joining a team of people that operate like a family and talk to customers like loyal friends. If you’re driven, ambitious and a solid team player then you will find WFP a fantastic place to home your career. Ready to join a team that’s got your back? Send us your CV and a few words about why you reckon you’re right for the role. Thank you for reading and good luck! (Kermits need not apply…) APPLY NOW!