Security Systems Engineer

Security Systems Engineer
Covering London & Home Counties
- £40,000-£50,000 + £5,000 On-Call Allowance

KHR Recruitment are currently working with an established and growing security systems company who are looking for an experienced Installation Engineer to join their close-knit team.

This is a hands-on role focused on the installation, commissioning and maintenance of intruder alarm and CCTV systems, working across London and the Home Counties.

The role would ideally suit an engineer with 5+ years' experience within the electronic security industry, although candidates with less experience who demonstrate strong technical ability, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn will also be considered.

The Role

- Install, commission and service professional intruder alarm systems
- Install and configure CCTV systems
- Carry out system testing, commissioning and customer handovers
- Install and commission systems connected to monitoring stations
- Diagnose and resolve technical faults on site
- Manage installations independently from start to finish
- Work alongside other engineers on larger or more complex projects
- Maintain a professional approach when working on customer premises
- Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard
- Maintain and look after company vehicle and equipment

Technical Experience

Strong experience with professional intruder alarm systems is required.

Experience with the following would be advantageous:

- Orisec - particularly desirable
- Pyronix
- Scantronic
- Texecom
- Galaxy


Candidate Profile

- Ideally has 5+ years' experience in the electronic security industry
- Strong practical installation and commissioning experience
- Experience with intruder alarms and CCTV
- Confident working independently and managing jobs from start to finish
- Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Takes pride in the quality of their work
- Professional and confident dealing with customers
- Works well as part of a small team
- Positive attitude and a willingness to continue developing their skills
- Holds a full UK driving licence
- Comfortable travelling throughout London and the Home Counties

Hours & Travel

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Engineers are expected to be on site and ready to start work at 8:00am.

Due to the nature of the role, travel across London and the Home Counties is required.

Additional payments are made where extended working days are caused by travel.

On-Call

There is a one-week-in-eight on-call rota, which attracts an additional £5,000 per annum.

Package
- £40,000-£50,000 salary, depending on experience
- £5,000 on-call allowance
- 28 days' annual leave
- Company van and equipment provided
- Ongoing technical development opportunities
- Varied work across London and the Home Counties
- Friendly, experienced and supportive team environment

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Thank you.

Knowledge House Resourcing Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of Knowledge House Resourcing Ltd.

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