Abel Alarm - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

Skills for Security; Basildon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills for Security is recruiting a fire and security engineer apprentice in Basildon. You will work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain and fault-find on access control, video surveillance, intruder alarms and fire alarms.

You will train through block release at our Dagenham centre, one week every eight weeks, aiming for a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship. Training focuses on practical skills and real-world projects.

Qualifications

• Driving license preferred; local applicants learning to drive will be considered.
• Willing and able to pass an enhanced DBS background check.
• Electrical skills would be a bonus.
• Engineering experience would be a bonus.
• Comfortable working at height is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Train hands-on with real systems.
• Learn from industry experts.
• Complete a wide range of tasks and projects.
• Build evidence from your job to support your learning.
• Sit annual assessments at the centre.

Skills

Driving license

DBS check

Electrical skills

Engineering experience

Height safety

Job description

Since 1965, thousands of customers have trusted Abel to meet their security requirements. From humble beginnings, they now employ over 100 staff across thirteen branches nationwide. Abel are now looking to recruit a brand new fire and security engineer apprentice to join their Basildon team!

Job Description

As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain and fault-find on the following systems:

• Access Control

• Video Surveillance

• Intruder Alarms

• Fire Alarms

Entry Requirements

• A driving license would be preferred, but strong local applicants who are learning to drive will be considered

• Willing and able to pass an enhanced DBS background check

• Electrical skills would be a bonus

• Engineering experience would be a bonus

• Comfortable working at height, due to the nature of the role

Training to be Provided

This is where you'll learn the skills that employers actually want.

Your apprenticeship training is delivered by Skills for Security, specialists in fire and security training.

You’ll train through block release at our Dagenham centre, for one week every eight weeks (Tuesday-Friday).

You’ll work towards a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship, gaining real skills and a nationally recognised qualification.

What you’ll do as part of the programme:

• Train hands-on with real systems

• Learn from industry experts

• Complete a wide range of tasks and projects

• Build evidence from your job to support your learning

• Sit annual assessments at the centre

Your employer supports you on site. We focus on your training and progression.

Earn. Learn. Build a future-proof career.

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