Installation Engineer

Tech Recruits Here To Connect; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

24 days annual holiday

Travel time compensation

Job summary

Tech Recruits Here To Connect is seeking an Installation Engineer to join a Midlands-based security and fire systems integrator, delivering CCTV, access control and intruder alarms on site in Hemel Hempstead. You’ll install, commission and service systems across varied projects, with travel beyond 45 minutes.

The role offers permanent employment, a company van, 24 days holiday and ongoing training to develop your technical expertise, with clear career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience installing and maintaining security and fire systems.
• Proficiency with Hikvision and Hanwhua CCTV systems.
• Working knowledge of Paxton and Brivo access control.
• Experience with Galaxy and Texecom intruder alarm systems.
• Familiarity with fire systems including C-Tec, Kentec and Advanced.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain CCTV systems including Hikvision and Hanwhua platforms.
• Set up and support access control systems using Paxton and Brivo technologies.
• Configure and service intruder alarm systems including Galaxy and Texecom solutions.
• Install and maintain fire detection and alarm systems from manufacturers such as C-Tec, Kentec and Advanced.
• Perform routine servicing and maintenance on existing security and fire systems.
• Troubleshoot technical faults and provide on-site support to resolve issues.
• Work collaboratively on multi-disciplined projects alongside other trades and specialists.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of all installations and maintenance work.

Skills

Security systems

Fire systems

CCTV systems

Intruder alarms

Access control

Tools

Hikvision

Hanwhua CCTV

Paxton

Brivo

Galaxy

Texecom

C-Tec

Kentec

Advanced

Job description

Installation Engineer - Security and Fire Systems

Location: Hemel Hempstead
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £35k - £40k basic plus overtime, travel time after 45 mins

Work on large-scale construction fit-outs and residential projects across security and fire systems
Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading CCTV, access control, intruder alarm and fire detection systems
Benefit from genuine career progression opportunities within a growing, well-established organisation
Receive ongoing training and development to advance your technical expertise
Enjoy a company van, 24 days holiday and travel time compensation

Our client is a well-established security and fire systems integrator based in the Midlands, looking for two experienced Installation Engineers to join their growing team. If you're an installation engineer with 5-10 years' experience in security and fire systems, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a company that values professional development and multi-disciplined expertise.

Position Overview

You’ll play a key role in delivering security and fire system installations, servicing and maintenance across a diverse portfolio of projects. Working on everything from small-scale works to large construction fit-outs and residential developments, you’ll install, configure and maintain systems that protect people and assets. Your technical expertise will directly contribute to project success and customer satisfaction across the organisation’s expanding client base.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain CCTV systems including Hikvision and Hanwhua platforms
• Set up and support access control systems using Paxton and Brivo technologies
• Configure and service intruder alarm systems including Galaxy and Texecom solutions
• Install and maintain fire detection and alarm systems from manufacturers such as C-Tec, Kentec and Advanced
• Perform routine servicing and maintenance on existing security and fire systems
• Troubleshoot technical faults and provide on-site support to resolve issues
• Work collaboratively on multi-disciplined projects alongside other trades and specialists
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of all installations and maintenance work

Requirements

• 5-10 years' experience installing and maintaining security and fire systems
• Proficiency with Hikvision and Hanwhua CCTV systems
• Working knowledge of Paxton and Brivo access control platforms
• Experience with Galaxy and Texecom intruder alarm systems
• Familiarity with fire systems including C-Tec, Kentec and Advanced
• Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work safely and comply with health and safety regulations
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites
• Clear communication skills and professional approach to customer interactions

Company Overview

Our client is a growing security and fire systems integrator with an established reputation for delivering quality installations across construction fit-outs and residential developments. The organisation values professional growth and actively supports career progression, offering genuine opportunities for engineers to develop multi-disciplined expertise. With a loyal customer base and expanding project portfolio, they’re investing in their team to sustain and grow their market position. The company prioritises ongoing training and development, recognising that skilled, knowledgeable engineers are central to their continued success.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £35k - £40k basic plus overtime opportunities
• Company van provided for site visits and project work
• 24 days annual holiday
• Travel time compensation after 45 minutes
• Ongoing training and development programmes to advance your technical skills
• Genuine opportunities for internal promotion and career progression

Alongside these benefits, you’ll join a professional team that values expertise and supports career development. You’ll work on varied projects with experienced colleagues, gaining exposure to different systems and technologies whilst progressing within a stable, growing organisation.