CCTV Engineer

Taylor Woodrow; Erith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Equity of opportunity

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm in Erith is looking for a CCTV Engineer to oversee the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of CCTV systems. Candidates should have experience with IP networking and possess a full UK driving license. This permanent, full-time role offers an opportunity to contribute to diverse projects, ensuring security solutions for local authorities. The company values inclusion and provides flexible working arrangements to support a work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience in installation and maintenance of CCTV systems.
• Proficiency in IP Networking setup.
• ECS card preferred, CCS acceptable.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Install cameras, servers, and cabling for CCTV.
• Conduct security risk assessments for new equipment.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on CCTV networks.
• Configure networking and software settings.
• Carry out site surveys for optimal camera placement.
• Maintain records for installations and service visits.

Skills

CCTV installation and maintenance

IP Networks configuration

Computer literacy

ECS or CCS

MEWP operation

Tools

CCTV systems

Plant Competency Card

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a CCTV Engineer to join our team in Erith, Kent. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the CCTV Engineer will be responsible for providing installation, maintenance and fault finding skills across our portfolio of local authority CCTV contracts.

Responsibilities

• Install cameras, servers, NVRs, and cabling, often working alongside security or AV teams.
• Carry out security risk assessments before advising on new equipment.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on our CCTV networks.
• Configure IP systems, networking, and software settings.
• Carrying out site surveys to ensure optimal camera placement and system design for our clients.
• Maintain accurate records for installations and service visits.

Person Specification

• Previous experience in the installation and maintenance of CCTV systems.
• Experience in the configuration and set up of IP Networks.
• Computer literate in operation plus maintenance & build.
• ECS would be ideal but CCS would be sufficient.
• IPA
F 1b for operating van mount MEWP's
• PASMA (Scaffold Towers), Steps & Ladders training (Working at Height).
• Plant Competency Card.
• Full UK driving licence.

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full Time - 40 hours - Monday to Friday

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Fairness Inclusion & Respect at Taylor Woodrow is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team.

Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Taylor Woodrow recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.