Integrated Security Solutions (ISS) Installation Engineer

National Gas; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Liveried vehicle access

Up to 6% bonus

Double‑match pension (up to 12%)

Salary sacrifice car scheme

26 days holiday plus holidays

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Professional development

Job summary

National Gas in the North West region is seeking an Integrated Security Solutions (ISS) Installation Engineer to install, commission, and support CCTV, access control, and intruder detection systems at sites across the UK. The role requires hands‑on problem solving, field work, and delivering compliant security solutions.

You will travel regularly, work across a range of locations, interpret technical drawings, and ensure installations meet operational requirements and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and maintaining CCTV and automated access control systems.
• Experience working with electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of integrated physical security technologies.
• Knowledge of IP-based security systems and network configuration.
• Experience fault‑finding and resolving issues in live operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and commission CCTV, access control, intruder detection, and other integrated security systems across National Gas sites.
• Turn security designs and technical drawings into practical, high‑quality installations.
• Deliver infrastructure cabling, device installation, and network‑connected security solutions.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and support upgrades to keep systems performing reliably.
• Assess site readiness, power requirements, and installation needs to ensure safe, compliant delivery.
• Work with project teams, site stakeholders, and specialist security engineers to deliver successful outcomes.
• Maintain accurate asset, configuration, and installation records to support ongoing system management.

Skills

CCTV installation

Access control

IP networking

Fault-finding

Reading drawings

Travel UK

Job description

£44,642 to £49,894 + up to 6% bonus + access to liveried vehicle

• Opportunity to earn additional earnings through overtime

Location: North West region (Warrington & Carnforth)

Working pattern

Hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days a week on site

Travel

Regular (national), including overnight stays

Location requirement

Based within the North West region, with regular travel across operational areas including Warrington, Carnforth, and surrounding areas

About Us

At National Gas, the work we do matters.

As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we're also helping transform the network for a clean energy future.

Join us and help secure Britain's energy.

About The Role

As an Integrated Security Solutions (ISS) Installation Engineer, you'll help protect National Gas sites by delivering reliable, high-quality security systems across the UK. You'll install, commission, and support technologies including CCTV, access control, and intruder detection systems, ensuring they operate safely, effectively, and compliantly.

Keeping our sites secure is essential to maintaining a safe, reliable energy network. In this role, you'll play a hands‑on part in delivering the physical security systems that protect our people, assets, and operations.

Working across a variety of locations, you'll help bring security designs to life, solve technical challenges, and ensure critical infrastructure remains protected and resilient.

What you’ll be doing

• Install, configure, test, and commission CCTV, access control, intruder detection, and other integrated security systems across National Gas sites
• Turn security designs and technical drawings into practical, high‑quality installations that meet operational requirements
• Deliver infrastructure cabling, device installation, and network‑connected security solutions
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and support upgrades to keep systems performing reliably
• Assess site readiness, power requirements, and installation needs to ensure safe, compliant delivery
• Work with project teams, site stakeholders, and specialist security engineers to deliver successful outcomes
• Maintain accurate asset, configuration, and installation records to support ongoing system management

What you’ll bring

This role would suit someone who enjoys solving technical problems, working independently in the field, and seeing projects through from installation to successful handover.

Essential

• Experience installing and maintaining CCTV and automated access control systems
• Experience working with electrical systems
• Strong understanding of integrated physical security technologies
• Knowledge of IP-based security systems and network configuration
• Experience fault‑finding and resolving issues in live operational environments
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, plans, and installation designs
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail when documenting work
• Willingness to travel regularly across the UK, including occasional overnight stays
• Flexibility to support installations, maintenance windows, or incident response
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Knowledge of BS EN 62676 CCTV, BS EN 60839 access control standards, and 18th Edition electrical
• Experience working in critical infrastructure, utilities, or other regulated environments
• Understanding of security monitoring platforms and system integrations
• Familiarity with CAPSS requirements and cyber security considerations for physical security systems
• Relevant qualifications or certifications in security systems, electrical engineering, or the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Security clearance

This role is subject to National Security Vetting (NSV). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC) throughout their employment. For further information, visit GOV.UK (UK Security Vetting: Clearance Levels).

What we offer

• Market‑leading double‑match pension (up to 12% company contribution)
• Annual performance bonus up to 6%
• Access to the Tusker salary sacrifice car scheme
• 26 days holiday (plus statutory holidays)
• 10x salary life assurance and income protection
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and technology options
• Family‑friendly policies, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities

Inclusive recruitment

We're building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

National Gas is a Disability Confident employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

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