intruder Alarm Security Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free wellbeing resources

Life insurance cover

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Alecto Recruitment is seeking an experienced Intruder Alarm Security Engineer for Midlands/Worcestershire areas. The role focuses on installation, servicing and fault-finding of intruder alarm systems, with CCTV and access control exposure.

You will work with colleagues to deliver high-quality service across diverse sites. Full training on client software provided; on-call duties and overnight stays may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing, servicing and fault-finding on intruder alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of Texecom, Pyronix, Ajax and/or Galaxy.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to participate in the on-call rota.
• Flexibility to stay away overnight when required.
• Ability to pass BS7858 Security Screening.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and maintain intruder alarm systems in accordance with current BS EN/PD standards.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently and effectively.
• Commission new systems and ensure installations meet customer and industry standards.
• Assist with the installation, servicing and maintenance of CCTV systems.
• Support the installation and maintenance of access control systems as required.
• Work collaboratively with the engineering team to deliver projects and service visits on time.
• Participate in the on-call rota and stay away overnight when required.

Skills

Intruder alarms

Fault finding

Customer focus

Team player

Driving licence

Tools

Texecom

Pyronix

Ajax

Galaxy CCTV

Dahua

Paxton

Job description

OC 31743

Intruder Alarm Security Engineer

(Full-Time | CCTV Experience Preferred | Access Control Advantageous)

Location: Midlands, Worcestershire and surrounding areas

Salary: Up to £50,000 (depending on experience), plus standby allowance, overtime payments and overnight inconvenience allowance.

Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

Benefits

• Free physiotherapy, GP and counselling services.
• Discounts with leading grocery and retail brands.
• Access to a range of wellbeing resources supporting your physical, mental and financial health.
• Life insurance cover.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Intruder Alarm Security Engineer to join our growing engineering team.

This role is primarily focused on the installation, servicing, fault finding and maintenance of intruder alarm systems. Experience with CCTV systems is highly desirable, while exposure to access control systems would be beneficial.

Working closely with fellow engineers and the Engineering Manager, you'll help deliver a high standard of service across a wide range of customer sites. Whether working independently or alongside colleagues on larger projects, you'll play an important part in ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Full training will be provided on our client's specialist software, together with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Experience with the following systems is desirable:

• Intruder Alarms (Essential)
• Texecom
• Pyronix
• Ajax
• GalaxyCCTV (Preferred)
• DahuaAccess Control (Advantageous)
• Paxton

Key Responsibilities

Intruder Alarm Systems (Primary Focus)

• Install, service and maintain intruder alarm systems in accordance with current BS EN/PD standards.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently and effectively.
• Commission new systems and ensure installations meet customer and industry standards.

CCTV Systems

• Assist with the installation, servicing and maintenance of CCTV systems.
• Diagnose and repair CCTV equipment where required.

Access Control Systems

• Support the installation and maintenance of access control systems as required.

General Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the engineering team to deliver projects and service visits on time.
• Support colleagues by sharing technical knowledge and best practice.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with customers through professional service.
• Participate in the on-call rota.
• Stay away overnight when required.
• Attend company meetings and training sessions.
• Follow company procedures and maintain high standards of health and safety, quality and workmanship.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience installing, servicing and fault-finding on intruder alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of systems such as Texecom, Pyronix, Ajax and/or Galaxy.
• A positive team player with excellent communication skills.
• A customer-focused approach and pride in delivering quality workmanship.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to participate in the on-call rota.
• Flexibility to stay away overnight when required.
• Ability to successfully pass BS7858 Security Screening.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Dahua CCTV systems.
• Basic knowledge of access control systems, ideally Paxton.
• A willingness to learn new technologies and continue developing your technical skills.

If you're an experienced Intruder Alarm Engineer who enjoys working as part of a supportive team and takes pride in delivering high-quality work and excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you.