Senior Security Technician

AHT Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

On-call allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Training & certifications

EAP

Job summary

AHT Group in South Australia seeks a Senior Technician/Commissioning Technician to lead configuration, integration and testing of electronic security systems. The role spans installation projects and service troubleshooting across CCTV, access control, intercom and intrusion systems.

Responsible for maintenance, fault finding and commissioning of networked security infra, liaising with clients, and mentoring apprentices. Licences and a SA driving licence required; Gallagher experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current Security Industry Licence.
• Current Open Registration Licence with endorsements.
• Construction Industry White Card.
• Working With Children Check.
• National Police Clearance.
• Current SA Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and service security systems.
• Program and commission integrated security systems.
• Configure CCTV, IP surveillance, access control, intercom and intrusion systems.
• Install and commission network hardware and related tech.
• Prepare technical reports and service documentation.
• Mentor apprentices and junior technicians.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and project teams.
• Interpret drawings and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Client liaison

Team leadership

Documentation

Project planning

Fault-finding

Education

Security Industry Licence

South Australian Driver's Licence

Construction White Card

Working With Children Check

National Police Clearance

Tools

Inner Range Integriti

Tecom

Milestone

Forcefield Enterprise

NX Witness

SALTO

Job description

AHT Group is a South Australian electrical, communications, nurse call, and security services company with a strong reputation across health, aged care, and commercial environments. AHT has built long-term client relationships over the years, delivering complex integrated systems work that keeps critical facilities running.

About the Role

As a Senior Technician/Commissioning Technician you’ll lead the configuration, integration and testing of our electronic security systems. This role may be fluid across both installation projects and service troubleshooting

Your responsibilities will include:

Technical Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and service security systems

Program and commission integrated electronic security systems

Configure and support CCTV, IP surveillance, access control, intercom, and intrusion detection systems

Install and commission network hardware and associated technologies

Prepare technical reports and service documentation

Desirable to have Gallagher Engineer experience

Project and Client Management

Liaise directly with clients and stakeholders

Deliver exceptional customer service and technical support

Assist with project planning and system design

Interpret architectural, mechanical, electrical, and security drawings

Prepare minor quotations and technical recommendations

Coordinate with subcontractors and project teams

Ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications

Leadership

Mentor apprentices, trainees, and junior technicians

Share technical knowledge and support team development

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business

Systems Experience (Highly Regarded)

Experience with any of the following platforms will be highly advantageous:

Inner Range Integriti

Tecom

Milestone

Forcefield Software Enterprise

NX Witness

SALTO

Don't tick every box? We still encourage experienced security technicians to apply.

What We're Looking For

Current Security Industry Licence

Current Open Registration Licence (with relevant endorsements)

Construction Industry White Card

Working With Children Check

National Police Clearance

Current South Australian Driver's Licence

Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills

Highly Regarded

simPRO Suite Experience

Elevated Work Platform (EWP/Yellow Card)

Senior First Aid Certificate

Working at Heights

Healthcare, Government, or Education sector experience

Why Join AHT Group?

• Fully maintained company vehicle with fuel card
• Mobile phone and laptop provided
• On call allowance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing training and manufacturer certifications
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Uniforms and PPE supplied
• Long-term job security with a strong pipeline of projects
• Work on high-profile healthcare, aged care, education, and government projects