Fire Service Support Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5245 (80% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Tesco is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 3582 (Health and safety managers and officers, Fire safety compliance and risk assessment focus could fit), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask Tesco what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5245 Security system installers and repairers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
5223 Metal working production and maintenance fitters Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3582 Health and safety managers and officers Also possible | £33,400 | £42,500 | £42,500 | £42,500 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
At Tesco, keeping our stores, offices and distribution sites safe for customers and colleagues is one of our highest priorities. As a Fire Service Support Engineer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our fire safety systems remain compliant, operational and maintained to the highest standards.
Working as part of our Engineering & Maintenance team, you'll provide expert technical support for fire detection, alarm and suppression systems across our estate. You'll work closely with field engineers, contractors and technical specialists to diagnose issues, drive resolution and continuously improve the performance of our fire safety assets.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong fire systems background who enjoys solving problems, collaborating with others and making a real impact on safety across one of the UK's largest property portfolios.
- Providing remote technical support to proactively diagnose and resolve fire-related maintenance issues.
- Acting as the first line of technical support for the Fire Technical Manager and field engineering teams.
- Supporting the delivery of Tesco's national Fire Risk Assessment programme.
- Using available systems and data to identify trends, risks and opportunities to improve maintenance performance.
- Collaborating with colleagues to optimise resource planning and engineer dispatch programmes.
- Building strong relationships across multiple teams and communicating clearly to manage expectations and drive solutions.
- Supporting the development and implementation of incident investigation and governance processes.
- Undertaking site visits when required to provide technical support and expertise.
- Helping to ensure all Tesco sites remain safe, compliant and operational for customers and colleagues.
- Monitoring maintenance performance and ensuring assets are repaired within agreed service levels.
- Experience within a maintenance, engineering or fire systems environment.
- At least 5 years' experience working within a relevant fire protection, engineering or maintenance role.
- Practical experience installing, servicing and maintaining fire detection, alarm and suppression systems.
- Strong knowledge of fire safety standards and regulations, including BS 5839, BS 5306, BS EN 54 and BS 9997.
- FIA (Fire Industry Association) qualification or equivalent training.
- Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working within a customer-focused, fast-paced operational environment.
- The ability to work collaboratively with field teams, contractors and technical specialists.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
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- Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary.
- Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays).
- 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (12 months service required at the qualifying date) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
- Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing.
The above information is a shortened summary, refer to our policies for full details
About Us
You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we’re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.
At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. That’s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, click here for more information. And if you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying.
When you join us in this role, you'll be employed by Tesco Stores Limited, the Tesco legal entity responsible for your employment.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Security system installers and repairers (SOC 5245) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~9k in sample- Middle half £31,824–~41,184
- Median £36,504
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Tesco holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5245 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.