Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

Apprenticeships at Skills for Security; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle after probation

Company phone

Job summary

Skills for Security is offering an apprenticeship where you will install, maintain and fault-find on Access Control, Video Surveillance, Intruder Alarms, and Fire Alarms. You will learn industry standards, perform basic installations under supervision, assist with testing, and travel across the UK to support projects.

A company vehicle and phone are provided after probation. You must have a full UK driving license, Maths and English GCSE 4+ and a keen interest in engineering with a practical

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license essential due to travel requirements.
• Maths and English at grade 4 GCSE (or equivalent) or above.
• Genuine interest in engineering and technology.
• Strong practical and hands-on approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and stay away from home when required.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Basic IT skills as using computer systems is a part of the role.
• Comfortable working at height and using access equipment.
• Able to undertake manual handling activities associated with installation work.
• Capable of working within construction and live commercial environments whilst following site safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Learn installation standards, regulations and best practices.
• Carry out basic installation tasks under supervision.
• Assist with testing of installed cabling and systems.
• Prepare, organise and transport tools, equipment and materials for projects.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
• Work safely on customer sites and liaise with customers and other trades.
• Travel throughout the UK to support installation projects (overnight stays paid).
• Company vehicle and phone provided after probation.

Job description

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

• Access Control

• Video Surveillance

• Intruder Alarms

• Fire Alarms

What you can expect from the role day to day:

• You will learn industry installation standards, regulations and best practices

• Carry out basic installation tasks under supervision

• Assist with testing of installed cabling and systems

• Prepare, organise and transport tools, equipment and materials required for projects

• Maintain company vehicles, tools and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition

• Work safely and professionally on customer sites at all times

• Liaise professionally with customers, site personnel and other trades when required

• Travel throughout the UK as required to support installation projects (including the occasional overnight stay, which is paid at a premium)

• Travel throughout the UK as required to support installation projects

• A company vehicle is provided upon completion of probation. A company phone is also provided.

Entry Requirements

• A full UK driving license is essential due to the travel requirements of the role

• Maths and English at grade 4 GCSE (or equivalent) or above

• Genuine interest in engineering and technology

• Strong practical and hands-on approach

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Willingness to travel and stay away from home when required

• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

• Basic IT skills as using computer systems is a part of the role

• Comfortable working at height and using access equipment

• Able to undertake manual handling activities associated with installation work

• Capable of working within construction and live commercial environments whilst following site safety procedures

Training to be provided:

Skills for Security will deliver the apprenticeship training in block release at their Walsall training centre. You will attend centre one week every eight weeks, Tuesday to Friday

Fire Emergency Security Systems Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.

You will be required to complete all training tasks allocated during your block release weeks at the training centre and gather any site evidence needed to supplement your studies.

You will be required to complete an annual assessment at the training centre and take part in any additional training courses that the company require you to complete.

The employer will mentor and coach you on the job.

Wage

£8/h