Security Systems Engineer

£40000 - £50000 per annum + On-call & Overtime Bonuses, Van & Tools

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:

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

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