Junior Engineer

Peopleforce Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Communications allowance

Medical cover

Pension contribution

Job summary

Peopleforce Recruitment is seeking a Junior Installation Engineer to join the London-based team. You will support the installation, configuration and commissioning of CCTV and access control systems in a dynamic security environment.

This role targets college leavers or junior technicians with a genuine interest in engineering and technology, offering structured training, hands-on development, and a clear path to professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• Full clean driving licence.
• Based in or near London.
• Genuine interest in engineering and technology.
• Willingness to undertake structured training.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, configuration and commissioning of CCTV systems and access control systems.
• Assist with structured cabling and network infrastructure tasks.
• Work with IP-based security technology and integrated security systems.
• Assist with diagnostic equipment and equipment testing during installation.
• Follow the training plan and develop skills towards relevant qualifications.

Skills

Driving licence

Engineering interest

Willingness to learn

Education

Relevant college course

Technical qualification

Tools

Structured cabling

Networking basics

IT familiarity

Job description

Junior Installation Engineer – CCTV & Electronic Security

Location: London

Salary: £21,000–£26,000 basic + OTE £25,000–£30,000

Employment: Full-time

Recruitment: Peopleforce Recruitment

The Opportunity

Peopleforce Recruitment is working with an established and growing specialist engineering business to recruit a Junior Installation Engineer to join its London-based installation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career within the electronic security and technology sector.

You may already have some technical or installation experience, be working in a technical environment, or have recently completed a relevant college course. Previous experience within electronic security is beneficial but not essential.

What matters most is your attitude, reliability, willingness to learn and genuine interest in technology.

You will receive structured training and hands‑on development in the latest IP technology, structured cabling, CCTV and access control systems, gaining exposure to the full installation and commissioning process.

About the Role

Joining an experienced engineering team, you will initially work under the guidance of a senior installation engineer before progressing into an established installation team.

Your responsibilities will include supporting the installation, configuration and commissioning of:

• CCTV systems
• Access control systems
• Structured cabling and network infrastructure
• IP‑based security technology
• Integrated electronic security systems
• Associated equipment and diagnostic technology

A structured development plan will be put in place to identify your training requirements, technical development and future career milestones.

This role is particularly well suited to a college leaver or junior technician looking to take their first serious step into an engineering career, as well as someone already working in a technical environment who wants to progress.

About the Client

Our client is a well‑established and ambitious SME operating within the electronic security and technology sector.

The business has built an excellent reputation delivering major CCTV, access control and integrated security projects for a diverse portfolio of organisations, including major commercial environments, national businesses, government organisations and education establishments.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on technically interesting and high‑profile projects while developing skills across a rapidly evolving industry.

You will also be expected to undertake appropriate Health & Safety training and compliance awareness as part of your development.

Essential

• Full clean driving licence
• Based in or within a reasonable commuting distance of London
• Genuine interest in engineering, technology and electronic security
• Willingness to undertake structured training and professional development

Desirable

• Previous technical or installation experience
• Relevant college course or technical qualification
• Experience with cabling, electronics, networking or IT
• Previous exposure to CCTV, access control or electronic security

Previous security industry experience is not essential.

Training & Career Development

This is a genuine development opportunity rather than simply a junior installation position.

You will receive a bespoke, long‑term training programme designed to develop your technical knowledge and lead towards relevant qualifications.

Your progress will be supported through structured career pathway planning, giving you a clear view of the skills and qualifications required to progress within the business.

Package & Benefits

• £21,000–£26,000 basic salary, depending on experience
• OTE £25,000–£30,000
• Company commercial vehicle
• Mobile phone
• Communications allowance
• Medical coverPension contribution
• Access to all necessary equipment and training
• Mechanical/access equipment training
• Training on specialist diagnostic equipment
• Bespoke long‑term training programme
• Support towards relevant qualifications
• Career pathway planning
• VPN access for updates, statistics and collaboration

If you're technically minded, ambitious and looking for an opportunity where you can learn from experienced engineers, gain recognised qualifications and build a genuine long‑term career, this could be an excellent next step.

You don't need years of industry experience. The client is looking for someone with the right attitude, work ethic and desire to learn, who can develop their technical skills through hands‑on experience and structured training.