Installation & Service Engineer

Vehicle Weighing Solutions Ltd

Scotland

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop and mobile phone / PDA

Uniform, PPE, and specialist tools

Option to join a private pension scheme

34 days annual leave

Competitive salary

Job summary

A leading security solutions firm in Scotland is looking for experienced Engineers to join their installation and service team. You will be responsible for installing and maintaining a variety of security systems, including CCTV and access control. Applicants must have proven hands-on experience with commercial systems and strong electrical skills. The role provides opportunities for professional development and competitive compensation, along with significant benefits including 34 days of annual leave.

Qualifications

Proven hands-on experience with commercial systems installation.
Ability to work at height and complete risk assessments.
Willingness to travel and work overtime if required.
Good IT skills, with the ability to operate a PDA for job reporting.

Responsibilities

Install, service, fault-find, and maintain systems.
Provide professional customer interaction and high-quality workmanship.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
Report job progress clearly using company PDA and maintain records.

Skills

CCTV systems (analogue and IP)

Access control and security entry systems

Strong electrical wiring skills

Good IT skills, including PC hardware and networking

Professional customer interaction

IT networking

Customer service

Organised

Education

CSCS or ECS card

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

PDA reporting

Job description

We’re building a team of dedicated professionals who take pride in their work. If you’re hardworking, reliable, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Location:Scotland Hours:8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

Due to continued growth,VWS Ltdis expanding its installation and service team and is looking to recruit experienced engineers to support our growing portfolio of security, fire, and life‑safety systems.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for the installation, servicing, fault‑finding, and maintenance of a wide range of systems acrosscommercial environments. This role suits a detail‑focused engineer who takes pride in high‑quality workmanship and professional customer interaction.

Applicantsmusthave proven, hands‑on experience in the following disciplines:

CCTV systems (analogue and IP – large‑scale systems up to 200+ cameras)
Access control and security entry systems
Door entry systems
Structured cabling and networking

Standards & Compliance

You will be familiar with and able to work to the following standards where applicable:

NCP 104 & NCP 109
BS 4737 / PD 662
BS 5839
BS 7036
BS 7671

Additional Skills & Knowledge

Strong electrical wiring skills with a good understanding of electronic circuits
Confident working at height
Skilled in the use of hand tools and power tools
High‑quality installation of plastic and galvanised containment
Completion of risk assessments and method statements for smaller works
Accurate job reporting via company‑issued PDA
Good IT skills, including PC hardware and networking (wired and wireless)
Well organised, self‑motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Professional, presentable, and customer‑focused

Desirable (but not essential)