Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Bank holidays

Company pension

Uniform provided

Equipment and gear

Travel payments where applicable

Overtime payments where applicable

Job summary

Johnson Controls is launching an Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer programme in the UK. You’ll cover installation, commissioning and service of fire alarms, CCTV and access control, with regional and national travel.

Training begins at Banham Academy with Level 3 Fire Emergency & Security Systems Technician, combining college learning and hands-on mentoring. Starting salary is £15,600, with 25 days’ holiday, uniform, equipment and travel payments where applicable.

Qualifications

• GCSE English & Maths at grade 5/C or above.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions.
• Good physical health; job can be labour intensive.
• Willing to travel, stay away and hotel stays when needed.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and maintain electronic systems designed to protect people, properties and assets.
• Gain knowledge about fire detection, intrusion detection, CCTV, and access control solutions.
• Hit the road visiting residential, commercial and retail sites.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to become a qualified fire and security engineer.

Skills

Driving licence

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 5/C or above)

Job description

Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

We have a variety Fire and Security based roles. Covering Install, Commissioning and Service as well as regional and national travel.

To get on this prestigious apprenticeship programme we require 5’s or C’s in your GCSE English and Maths. Please include your certificates in your application alongside your UK Driving licence.

Ready to spark your future?

Join Johnson Controls and dive into the world of fire and security technology! We’re talking fire and security alarms, CCTV, access control and intruder alarms. All the cool stuff that keeps people safe.

What You’ll Be Up To:

• Embark on a thrilling journey as you install, commission, and maintain electronic systems designed to protect people, properties, and assets.




• Gain in-depth knowledge about our cutting‑edge systems, including fire detection, intrusion detection, CCTV, and access control solutions.




• Hit the road visiting a variety of sites, from residential to commercial and retail locations.




• Collaborate with a dedicated team, absorbing invaluable skills that will pave the way to becoming a qualified fire and security engineer.

Who We Are

Johnson Controls is a global leader in technology and industry, serving customers in over 150 countries. We create intelligent buildings, energy-efficient solutions, and integrated infrastructure that drive progress. As an apprentice, you'll be part of our mission to shape a better tomorrow making buildings safer, smarter and more sustainable. Learn more about us here.

Where You’ll Train:

Banham Academy
Level 3 Fire Emergency & Security Systems Technician
Mix of college learning and hands‑on mentoring. College is in a block format

What You’ll Need:

GCSEs in English & Maths-Grade 5 (C) or above

Full UK driving licence

Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions

Good Physical health, the job can be labour intensive at times

Happy to travel, work away and stay over in hotels when needed

Good vibes: team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, and a love for technology and Engineering

Perks & Pay:

£15,600 starting salary

All equipment + uniform + gear

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Access to Company pension scheme, overtime and travel payments where applicable