Junior Installation Engineer

Hales Group Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mobile phone allowance

Medical cover

Pension contribution

Training on equipment

Structured career pathway

Job summary

Hales Group Ltd. is seeking a Junior Installation Engineer in London to join the engineering team. You will assist in installing CCTV, access control, and structured cabling while learning from experienced engineers and gaining hands-on industry exposure.

Ideal candidates are technically minded, with a willingness to learn, good communication, and a professional approach for customer-site work. Training and career development are provided.

Qualifications

• Interest in technology or engineering.
• Previous technical/installation experience beneficial but not essential.
• Relevant college qualification advantageous.
• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of CCTV and Access Control systems.
• Support installation of structured cabling on major projects.
• Work with experienced engineers across customer sites.
• Assist with setup, testing and commissioning of electronic security systems.
• Learn to use specialist diagnostic equipment.
• Follow project plans to ensure high-quality work and safety.

Skills

Tech interest

Communication

Teamwork

Timekeeping

Willingness to learn

Health & safety awareness

Education

College qualification in electronics/engineering

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

IP technology

Job description

Junior Installation Engineer

Location: London

Contract: Permanent

Hours:Full time

Salary: £21,000-£26,000 basic DOE (OTE £25,000-£30,000)

Are you technically minded and looking to start or develop your career within CCTV and electronic security? Our client is looking for a Junior Installation Engineer to join their established London engineering team. Whether you already have some technical experience or have recently completed a relevant college course, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience while receiving structured training and support.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on the installation of CCTV, Access Control and structured cabling systems, gaining exposure to the latest technology while developing your skills and working towards recognised qualifications.

Key responsibilities as a Junior Installation Engineer:

• Assist with the installation of CCTV and Access Control systems


• Support the installation of structured cabling on major projects


• Work alongside experienced engineers across a variety of customer sites


• Assist with the setup, testing and commissioning of electronic security systems


• Learn to use specialist diagnostic equipment


• Follow project plans and instructions to ensure work is completed to a high standard


• Maintain high standards of health & safety while working on customer sites


• Develop your technical knowledge through practical experience and ongoing training


• Work closely with the wider engineering team to complete projects effectively


• Provide a professional and positive service when working on customer sites

Key skills and experience required of a Junior Installation Engineer:

• An interest or aptitude in technology, electronics or engineering


• Previous technical, installation or electronic security experience would be beneficial but is not essential


• A relevant college qualification would be advantageous


• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills


• Good communication and teamwork skills


• Reliable, organised and hard-working


• Good timekeeping and the ability to follow team work plans


• Basic working knowledge of PCs and technology


• A positive attitude with a genuine desire to build a career within the industry


• Professional and presentable when working with customers


• Willingness to undertake health & safety and equipment training


• Full clean driving licence

What’s on offer:

• Use of a company commercial vehicle


• Mobile phone and communications allowance


• Medical cover


• Pension contribution


• Training on access and diagnostic equipment


• Bespoke, long-term training programme leading to qualifications


• Structured career pathway and development planning


• Hands‑on experience with CCTV, Access Control, IP technology and structured cabling


• Support and mentoring from experienced Senior Installation Engineers


• The opportunity to build a long‑term career within the electronic security industry

If you're looking for your first step into engineering or want to develop your existing technical skills within the electronic security industry, we'd love to hear from you.