Apprentice Engineer - Fire & Security Systems

Trinity Fire & Security Systems; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Employee discount

Pension & life assurance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Trinity Fire & Security Systems is seeking a Fire & Security Systems Engineer Apprentice in the Salisbury area. The role combines hands-on field work with block college sessions to train in fire detection, security alarms, emergency lighting, access control, and CCTV for commercial UK clients.

You will travel to client sites and the college, while developing a broad technical skill set and professional behaviours to design, install, test and maintain systems to industry standards.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English required.
• Clean driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Interest in fire, emergency and security industry.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Learn design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire, emergency and security systems.
• Travel to client sites within the advertised region and to training college.
• Assist with testing, commissioning and handover of installed systems.
• Support preventative and corrective maintenance and fault diagnosis.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Fire and Security Systems Engineer Apprentice

Region: Salisbury / Watford college

Hours: Monday – Friday (8:30am – 5pm)

Expected start date: September 2026

Qualification: Level 3 C&G Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Technician

Duration: 3 years (1 week spent attending college every 2 months)

At Trinity Fire & Security, we are committed to providing comprehensive fire, emergency, and security solutions to protect our clients from risks and dangers. As part of our dedication to excellence, we offer apprenticeship opportunities for individuals looking to develop a rewarding career in the dynamic field of fire, emergency, and security systems.

Apprenticeship Overview:

You will embark on a comprehensive training program to learn the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electronic systems. These systems include fire detection, security alarms, emergency lighting, access control, and CCTV for prestigious commercial customers in the UK.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will develop a wide range of technical skills and behaviours necessary to excel in this industry. This role involves travel to client sites within the advertised region and the surrounding area alongside travel to and from the advertised college during block learning sessions.

Key Learnings will include how to:

• Design, plan, and install fire, emergency, and security systems in commercial properties.
• Conduct testing, commissioning, and handover of installed systems, ensuring they meet professional industry standards.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, diagnose faults, and repair system components as needed.
• Provide professional customer service, maintaining a presentable and respectful demeanour while working in diverse environments.
• Work independently or as part of a team to ensure systems are installed and maintained efficiently and safely.

Requirements:

• GCSE pass in Maths and English.
• Clean driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Strong interest in the fire, emergency, and security industry.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Training and Development:

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will receive blended training, including block classroom based sessions and practical shadowing with our current engineers. You will have the opportunity to earn an ECS card, and progress towards achieving EngTech registration by the Engineering Council.

Regular progress reviews will be conducted every 12 weeks, involving yourself, a Trinity representative, and training provider to ensure that the delivery of training meets the needs of both parties.

Why join Trinity

• Competitive basic salary & travel pay.
• 23 days' annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Employee Discount Programme with savings at over 800 retailers.
• Pension, Life Assurance and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee referral bonus of up to £2,000.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

To ensure a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we have chosen to collaborate with Hubert.ai in this process.

Equal Opportunities in Practice

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Security Vetting

It is an industry requirement that successful candidates undergo security vetting. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory vetting and may be withdrawn if the required standards are not met.

Armed Forces Covenant

PTSG Group is proud to support the Armed Forces community and has formally signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant.

We recognise the valuable skills and experience that service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to the workplace, including leadership, teamwork, resilience, and technical expertise.

As part of our commitment, we guarantee an interview to ex-Forces applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and are committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel in building long-term civilian careers.