Security Engineer (CCTV & Access Control)

New Opportunity - Access Control & CCTV Engineer (Paxton & Hikvision)

Our client, a well-established and growing security systems specialist based in Ilkeston, is looking to recruit an experienced Security Systems Engineer to join their expanding team. The business delivers high-quality CCTV and access control installations and service work across commercial and industrial environments throughout the UK.

This is a field-based engineering role focused on the installation, commissioning, servicing and fault-finding of integrated security systems. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Paxton access control systems and Hikvision CCTV, and will be confident working independently on client sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality technical work, enjoys problem-solving on-site, and is looking to join a stable business with long-term progression opportunities.

As the new Security Engineer, you will:

Install, commission and service CCTV systems, primarily Hikvision

Install, maintain and fault-find Paxton access control systems

Diagnose and resolve system faults efficiently on client sites

Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive service work

Work from technical drawings, wiring diagrams and site specifications

Complete accurate service documentation and compliance reports

Liaise professionally with clients, site managers and internal teams

Ensure all work is completed to a high standard of safety and quality

Requirements for this role:

Proven experience as a Security Systems Engineer or similar field-based role

Strong, hands-on experience with Paxton access control systems (essential)

Experience with Hikvision CCTV systems (essential or highly desirable)

Ability to install, commission and fault-find systems independently

Confident reading and working from wiring diagrams and technical drawings

Strong diagnostic and problem-solving ability

Full UK driving licence

Full right to work in the UK

Based within a commutable distance of Ilkeston for equipment collection

Desirable experience:

IP networking and switch configuration

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