Metro Security - Apprentice Security Engineer

Skills for Security; Romford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills for Security invites applicants for an apprenticeship in Fire, Emergency & Security Systems. You’ll train hands-on with real security systems at our Romford/Dagenham centre, earning a Level 3 qualification while working alongside experienced engineers.

Entry requirements include maths and English, driving licence and the ability to pass an enhanced DBS check; the program runs with block release every eight weeks.

Qualifications

• Must have Maths & English.
• Driving Licence Required.
• Must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check.
• Must be from the Essex area.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and fault-find on Access Control, Video Surveillance and Intruder Alarms.
• Learn practical skills and develop expertise under experienced engineers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Hands-on

Education

Maths & English

Job description

Since 1978 Metro has been a South-east London based company, which has grown year on year to become one of the major suppliers of “off the shelve” and “bespoke” intelligent security services for domestic premises, large retail groups, industrial and forecourts and one of the leading providers of electronic security solutions operating across the UK.

We pride ourselves with keeping the family company values and on our innovative approach to meeting our customers’ needs, from comprehensive end-to-end solutions to the procurement of bundled or individual products and services.

Metro Security’s Romford, Essex HQ is complemented by our wholly owned subsidiary Argus Fire and Security, based in Wigan. Boasting similar NSI Gold approval, Argus’ operational pedigree includes a successful 30+-year trading record as an installation specialist in security services and fire safety systems.

Job Description

As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain and fault-find on the following systems:

• Access Control
• Video Surveillance
• Intruder Alarms

This is a hands‑on role, ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, problem‑solving, and learning new technical skills in various environments.

Entry Requirements

• Driving License Required
• Must have Maths & English
• Must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check
• Must be from the Essex area

Training to be Provided

This is where you'll learn the skills that employers actually want.

Your apprenticeship training is delivered by Skills for Security, specialists in fire and security training.

You’ll train through block release at our Dagenham centre, for one week every eight weeks (Tuesday–Friday).

You’ll work towards a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship, gaining real skills and a nationally recognised qualification.

What you’ll do as part of the programme:

• Train hands‑on with real systems
• Learn from industry experts
• Complete a wide range of tasks and projects
• Build evidence from your job to support your learning
• Sit annual assessments at the centre

Your employer supports you on site. We focus on your training and progression.

Earn. Learn. Build a future‑proof career.