Junior Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop and mobile

Pension contribution

Medical cover

Specialist equipment and training

Career progression planning

Job summary

Peopleforce Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Junior Service Engineer to join its London-based team. You will participate in installing, servicing and maintaining CCTV and electronic security systems, starting alongside a senior engineer and progressing toward full competency.

Ideal candidates are technically minded with a willingness to learn, a strong work ethic and a full driving licence. Training, career progression and a competitive package with OTE are provided.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of PCs and digital devices.
• Strong problem solving and technical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Full clean driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining CCTV and access control systems.
• Assisting with installations and commissioning.
• Diagnosing and resolving technical faults.
• Working with IP, networking and structured cabling technology.
• Using specialist testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Supporting planned and reactive service work.
• Maintaining accurate service records and providing professional customer service.

Skills

PCs and devices

Problem solving

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

Junior Service Engineer - CCTV & Electronic Security

Location: London

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

The Opportunity

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

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual looking to start or progress their career within CCTV, access control and electronic security.

You may be a recent college leaver, currently working in a technical environment or looking to move into the electronic security industry. Previous security experience is beneficial but not essential.

You’ll receive hands-on training from experienced engineers, learning the latest IP technology, structured cabling and integrated security systems, with a clear pathway towards further qualifications and career progression.

The Role

You’ll join an experienced engineering team responsible for the installation, servicing and maintenance of the company’s electronic security systems.

Initially, you’ll work alongside a senior engineer while learning the company’s systems, procedures and customer standards. As your experience develops, you’ll take on greater responsibility and work towards becoming a fully competent Service Engineer.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Servicing and maintaining CCTV and access control systems
• Assisting with installations and commissioning
• Diagnosing and resolving technical faults
• Working with IP, networking and structured cabling technology
• Using specialist testing and diagnostic equipment
• Supporting planned and reactive service work
• Maintaining accurate service records and providing professional customer service

About You

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, professional and genuinely interested in developing a technical career.

You should have:

• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A practical approach to problem solving
• An aptitude for technology
• Good organisation and time-management skills
• A professional and presentable manner when dealing with customers
• Good working knowledge of PCs and digital devices
• The ability to work independently as well as within a team
• A full clean driving licence

Previous experience in CCTV, access control, electronics, networking, cabling, IT or another technical environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Training & Development

The successful candidate will receive a bespoke long-term training programme covering technical, practical and Health & Safety requirements.

Training will include electronic security systems, IP technology, structured cabling, fault diagnosis, diagnostic equipment and access equipment.

The company also provides career pathway planning and support towards relevant qualifications, giving you the opportunity to build a long-term career within the industry.

Package

• £21,000-£26,000 basic salary depending on experience
• OTE £25,000-£30,000
• Company commercial vehicle
• Laptop and mobile
• Communications allowance
• Medical cover
• Pension contribution
• Specialist equipment and training
• Long-term training and qualification programme
• Career progression planning

Location

London

The ideal candidate will live within London or have convenient access to the area.

Confidentiality

Peopleforce Recruitment is representing a confidential client, and the employer's identity will be disclosed at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

All applications and discussions will be handled with complete confidentiality. Initial interviews can be arranged outside normal working hours where required