PANTHER SECURITY SYSTEMS LTD - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

Go Construct; Colchester; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Panther Security Systems Ltd. is offering an apprenticeship in fire and security systems installation and maintenance in Colchester.

You will learn by doing, working with experienced engineers on access control, CCTV, intruder alarms and fire systems. The programme combines hands-on site work with regular training at Skills for Security, delivering a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician qualification.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence due to travel requirements.
• Must pass enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and fault-find on access control, video surveillance, intruder alarms, and fire alarms.
• Work alongside experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience and skills.
• Attend regular college training sessions as part of the apprenticeship programme.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Education

GCSE English (grade 4)

GCSE Maths (grade 4)

Job description

During this apprenticeship you will learn how to install and maintain fire and security systems.

Annual wage: £16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
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Training course: Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Hours
Working hours may vary depending on site location.
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Tuesday 02 March 2027

Duration: 3 Years

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you'll do at work

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
• Fire Alarms

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

SKILLS FOR SECURITY LIMITED

Your training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Your training plan

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.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills

Other requirements

• Maths and English GCSE at grade 4/C or above
• Must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check
• Full, clean UK Drivers Licence due to being required to travel with equiptment
• Computer literate
• Live within 10-15 miles of the office

About this company

Panther Security is a UK-based security systems company that designs, installs, and maintains electronic security solutions for residential and commercial customers. Its services include intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, fire alarms, and ongoing maintenance and support. The company primarily serves businesses, public sector organisations, and homeowners across East Anglia and London.

After this apprenticeship

Once completed, you will be a fully qualified multi-skilled engineer.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PANTHER SECURITY SYSTEMS LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060090.