Mid-level Instllation Engineer

Tech Recruits Here To Connect; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Birthday off

Work-life balance day per month

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Laptop provided

Pension

Structured training

Employee assistance programme

On-call allowance

Travel expenses covered

Congestion Charge/ULEZ covered

Job summary

Tech Recruits Here To Connect is seeking a Mid-Level Installation Engineer to deliver electronic security solutions across central London. You will install and maintain CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems, perform commissioning and handovers, and support service maintenance in a busy, professional environment.

The role offers a balanced workload (70% project installations, 30% service maintenance) with a comprehensive training programme, manufacturer certifications, and clear career

Qualifications

• Experience installing and maintaining electronic security systems.
• Knowledge of CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm technology.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems (first and second fix).
• Commission systems and handover to clients with full functionality.
• Perform planned maintenance and respond to service calls.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs on security installations.
• Deliver small works projects and system upgrades.
• Maintain service documentation and reports.
• Communicate professionally with customers and provide technical guidance.
• Follow health and safety procedures on all sites.
• Participate in emergency on-call rota.

Skills

Electronic security systems

CCTV systems

Access control

Intruder alarms

Diagnostics

Customer communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Job description

Mid-Level Installation Engineer - Electronic Security Systems

Location: London Zones 1 & 2

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 per annum (DOE)

• Comprehensive training programme with manufacturer certifications and clear career progression
• Generous leave package including 25 days annual leave, bank holidays, birthday off
• Work-life balance day per month
• Company vehicle, mobile phone, laptop, and all travel expenses covered including Congestion Charge, ULEZ, and parking
• Supportive engineering environment focused on technical excellence and professional development
• Balanced workload split between project installations (70%) and service maintenance (30%)

Company Overview

Our client, an established electronic security solutions provider, is looking for a Mid-Level Installation Engineer to join their technical team in central London. Specialising in access control, video management systems, CCTV, and intruder detection across commercial, corporate, education, healthcare, and critical infrastructure sites, they're offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to develop their skills and advance their career in a supportive environment.

Position Overview

As a Mid-Level Installation Engineer, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality electronic security solutions across diverse sectors. Your work will directly contribute to protecting critical infrastructure, commercial premises, educational facilities, and healthcare environments throughout central London. This position offers a balanced mix of project-based installations and service work, allowing you to develop a broad skill set while working on varied and technically interesting sites.

Responsibilities

• Install first and second-fix electronic security systems including CCTV, access control, and intruder alarms.
• Commission systems and conduct handovers to clients, ensuring full functionality and customer satisfaction.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance schedules and respond to service calls.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs on existing security installations.
• Deliver small works projects and system upgrades across client sites.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and complete detailed reports.
• Communicate professionally with customers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Follow health and safety procedures and standards on all sites.
• Participate in the emergency on-call rota to provide out-of-hours support.

Requirements

• Proven experience installing and maintaining electronic security systems
• Working knowledge of CCTV systems, access control platforms, and intruder alarm technology
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities for fault-finding and repairs
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with customers
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team
• Full UK manual driving licence
• Right to work in the United Kingdom
• Ability to pass BS7858 security screening and Enhanced DBS check
• Desirable: Experience with platforms such as Brivo, LenelS2, OpenEye, Genetec, Texecom, or Honeywell
• Desirable: Understanding of IP networking or fibre infrastructure

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays
• Additional birthday day off each year
• One paid work-life balance day per month
• Company vehicle provided for work use
• Mobile phone and laptop supplied
• Pension scheme
• Structured training programme with manufacturer certifications
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• On-call allowance for emergency rota participation
• Overtime opportunities available
• All travel expenses covered including Congestion Charge, ULEZ, and parking

Alongside this generous benefits package, you'll join a supportive engineering environment where technical excellence and employee growth are prioritised. The company fosters a collaborative culture with structured mentoring, ongoing professional development opportunities, and clear career progression pathways, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.