Get Staff

NetworkUstad; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card provided

Overtime paid at enhanced rates

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Training and PPE

Job summary

Get Staff is seeking a mobile CCTV Engineer to cover the North West England region. The role involves installing, maintaining, and servicing IP CCTV, access control, and wireless alarm systems across commercial and residential sites, with the engineer managing their own schedule on client sites.

The ideal candidate has proven field experience, strong networking basics, and familiarity with major brands. A full UK driving licence is essential for this mobile role and occasional manufacturer

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing and servicing IP-based CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.
• Solid networking knowledge: IP addressing, PoE, router/switch configuration.
• Familiarity with Hikvision, Dahua, Paxton, or Texecom equipment.
• Full UK driving licence required due to mobile role.
• Industry certifications (ECS/CSCS, IPAF) desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and autonomous working with good customer communication.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, configure IP CCTV, access control, and wireless alarm devices at commercial and residential sites.
• Perform preventative maintenance and reactive fault-finding to minimise downtime.
• Conduct site surveys and plan equipment placement with project managers.
• Ensure installations comply with health and safety regulations and codes.
• Provide basic user training and hand over system documentation.
• Complete service reports, timesheets, and stock records using mobile tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment per QA procedures.

Skills

IP CCTV

Access Control

Networking

Wireless Alarms

Field Engineer

Customer Communication

Tools

Hikvision

Dahua

Paxton

Texecom

Job description

A new field-based engineering role has surfaced for security systems professionals in North West England. Recruitment agency Get Staff is listing a CCTV Engineer position that involves the installation, maintenance, and servicing of advanced electronic security solutions across the region. The opportunity is suited to experienced engineers who are comfortable working independently on client sites and have a strong background in IP-based surveillance, access control, and wireless alarm technologies. While this role is firmly rooted in physical security, the wider engineering landscape also includes digital infrastructure positions, such as the Head of Infrastructure and Security at NFP People, for those exploring adjacent career paths.## About the RoleThis position requires a mobile engineer to travel throughout the North West and neighbouring areas, carrying out professional installations and ongoing support for integrated security systems. The engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all work meets current industry standards and client specifications, with a strong emphasis on IP CCTV, networked access control, and wireless intruder alarms. The role is entirely field-based, meaning the successful candidate will manage their own schedule, liaise directly with customers, and maintain a high level of technical quality on every job.## Key Responsibilities* Install, commission, and configure IP CCTV systems, access control panels, and wireless alarm devices at commercial and residential sites.* Perform routine preventative maintenance and reactive fault-finding to minimise system downtime.* Conduct site surveys and collaborate with project managers to plan equipment placement and cabling routes.* Ensure all installations comply with relevant health and safety regulations and industry codes of practice.* Provide basic user training to clients and hand over completed system documentation.* Complete accurate service reports, timesheets, and stock control records using company-provided mobile tools.* Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to the employer’s quality assurance procedures.## Requirements* Proven experience in installing and servicing IP-based CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.* Solid understanding of networking principles, including IP addressing, PoE, and basic router/switch configuration.* Familiarity with leading security equipment brands such as Hikvision, Dahua, Paxton, or Texecom.* Full UK driving licence is essential due to the mobile nature of the role.* Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ECS/CSCS card, IPAF) are highly desirable.* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously while maintaining excellent customer communication.## Compensation & Benefits* Company vehicle and fuel card provided for business travel.* Overtime opportunities available, paid at enhanced rates.* Pension scheme and holiday allowance in line with statutory entitlements.* Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development support.* All necessary test equipment, uniform, and PPE supplied.## How to ApplyInterested individuals can submit their application by clicking the Apply Now button on this page. Doing so will redirect to the original job advertisement hosted by Get Staff, where complete details and the application process are available.Skills & KeywordsAccess ControlCCTV EngineerField EngineerGet StaffInstallationIP CCTVMaintenanceNetworkingNorth West Englandsecurity systemsWireless AlarmsShare This JobLinkedInTwitterWhatsApp### Ready to Apply?Apply before this opportunity closes.Apply Now