Field Installation Engineer (Security Systems / Access Control)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment firm is looking for a Field Installation Engineer for security systems with a salary of £45,000 to £50,000. The role includes installing commercial systems, supervising works, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have experience in a Security Systems Engineer role, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to travel extensively across the UK and Europe. The position promises progression opportunities and interaction with high-profile clients.

Benefits

Door-to-Door Pay

Travel Expenses Paid

Training

Progression

Enhanced Holidays

Company Vehicle

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a Security Systems Engineer role.
• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Install commercial security systems on client sites.
• Supervise works and support the Project Manager.
• Mentor junior engineers and trainees.
• Carry out system troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Provide technical support and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Travel extensively across the UK and occasionally in Europe.

Skills

Experience in a Security Systems Engineer role

Full UK driving licence

Ability to travel and stay away from home

Tools

Galaxy

Lenel

Milestone

Gallagher

Job description

Field Installation Engineer (Security Systems / Access Control)

45,000 - £50,000 + Door-to-Door Pay + Travel Expenses Paid + Training + Progression + Company Benefits + Enhanced Holidays + Company Vehicle

Surrey

• Extensive UK Travel + Occasional Mainland Europe
• Manufacturer Training Provided*

Are you an experienced Security Systems Engineer looking to step into a supervisory role, with a clear pathway toward management and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the UK and mainland Europe?

On offer is the chance to join a growing security systems specialist where you will play a key role in the delivery of complex commercial installations, while mentoring junior engineers and supporting project delivery on site. You will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure installations are completed to a high standard, on time and to specification.

You will be working with blue-chip and high-profile commercial clients who demand exceptional workmanship and attention to detail. This is a varied, hands‑on role combining installation, supervision, fault‑finding, and technical support, with extensive travel required across the UK and occasional work in mainland Europe.

This role would suit a senior engineer ready to take the next step into leadership, looking for responsibility, progression, and exposure to technically interesting projects.

The Role

• Install commercial security systems to a high standard on client sites
• Supervise on‑site works and support the Project Manager with coordination and delivery
• Mentor and support junior engineers and trainees, promoting best practices
• Carry out system fault‑finding, troubleshooting, and reactive maintenance when required
• Provide technical support and ensure compliance with site, safety, and quality standards
• Travel extensively across the UK with occasional assignments in mainland Europe

The Person

• Experience in a Security Systems Engineer role
• Full UK driving licence
• Willing and able to regularly travel and stay away from home (UK & Europe)

If you are interested in this role, click Apply Now to submit an up‑to‑date CV.

Keywords : Security Engineer, Field Installation Engineer, Security Systems Engineer, Security Supervisor, Access Control, CCTV, Commercial Security, Galaxy, Lenel, Milestone, Gallagher, UK Travel, Europe Travel

Reference Number : BBBH23306

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.