Installation Engineer

Tiger Resourcing Group; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK security solutions firm is seeking an Installation Engineer to handle the installation of CCTV, access control, and door entry systems. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field, possess a valid ECS/FESS card, and hold a clean UK driving license. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with industry standards and providing excellent customer service. This role offers overtime pay, paid travel time, and a potentially rewarding experience in a growing industry.

Benefits

Overtime and Saturdays paid at a higher rate

Paid travel time

Sundays and public holidays paid twice the normal rate

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience with CCTV or access control systems
• Valid ECS/FESS card for site-based work
• Valid clean driving licence (UK)

Responsibilities

• Install CCTV, access control, door entry and art’s security systems
• Read job sheets and attend project meetings
• Troubleshoot faults and provide excellent customer service

Skills

Installation of CCTV systems

Access control systems knowledge

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Hikvision

Paxton

2N

Job description

Installation Engineer

This role involves the installation of CCTV, access control, door entry and art’s security systems to specified standards, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Working Hours & Travel

• Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Location: within 1 h 30 min of South Wimbledon, primarily around the M25 with occasional sites elsewhere

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience with CCTV or access control systems
• Proficient computer network user
• Valid ECS/FESS card for site‑based work
• Valid clean driving licence (UK)
• Strong background in installation of access control and CCTV systems

Responsibilities

• Install CCTV, access control, door entry and art’s security systems to specified standards
• Read job sheets, specification documents, site plans and attend project meetings (where relevant) and prepare all necessary equipment to complete jobs
• Troubleshoot faults
• Provide excellent customer service
• Maintain accurate records and compliance documentation
• Ensure all work complies with industry standards and regulations
• Participate in an on‑call rota for emergency call‑outs 1 week in 7

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience and work history as an Installation Engineer
• Knowledge of integrating CCTV, access control, and door entry systems into a cohesive security solution, including connecting devices to network infrastructure and configuring system settings for interoperability
• Understanding of electrical principles and regulations to safely install power supplies, transformers, and backup batteries for CCTV, access control, and door entry systems, ensuring reliable operation and compliance with electrical standards
• Proficiency in configuring system settings, user permissions, access levels, and other parameters using software applications or device interfaces to meet client requirements and operational needs
• Diagnostic abilities to identify and resolve technical issues
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Good communications and excellent customer interactions
• Valid driving licence for UK

Specific Equipment Experience

• Hikvision, Hanwha, Avigilon, EagleEye and Vista (CCTV)
• Paxton, ACT, Salto, Brivo and Gallagher (Access Control)
• Fermax, BPT, Videx and 2N (Door Entry)

Compensation & Benefits

• Overtime and Saturdays paid at a higher rate
• Paid travel time
• Sundays and public holidays paid twice the normal rate