SC Installation Technician - Mechancial/Electrical vacancy in West Midlands (143lw)

Ex-Mill Recruitment Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an SC Installation Technician to join a growing installation team in the UK. This role involves installing high-end security equipment, conducting site surveys, and collaborating with project teams. Candidates need hands-on experience in electrical or mechanical roles and must be able to obtain SC Clearance. The role requires physical fitness and offers work-from-home flexibility with travel across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical/electrical/engineering roles.
• Security clearance or ability to obtain SC Clearance.
• Strong personal standards and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission high-end physical security products.
• Conduct site surveys, safety briefings, and toolbox talks.
• Collaborate with senior project managers and contractors.

Skills

Hands-on roles experience

Reading site plans

Calm under pressure

CSCS Card

IPAF/PASMA certifications

Access control experience

Job description

SC Installation Technician - Mechancial/Electrical vacancy in West Midlands (143lw)

Are you ex-military and looking for a new challenge where your skills, discipline, and team-first mindset will be truly valued?

This is a great opportunity to step into a hands-on, structured role within the construction and security solutions sector. Ideal for someone ready to make their mark in a high-growth company that values integrity, precision, and responsibility. With over 30 years of proven success in the UK and internationally, our client specialises in high-quality entrance control systems, including security portals, turnstiles, and sensor-based technology - protecting critical national infrastructure such as airports, government sites, data centres, and corporate HQs.

Candidates need to be based in Birmingham, covering secure sites across the UK as part of a tight-knit installation team.

• Installing and commissioning - high-end physical security products


• Conducting site surveys, safety briefings, and toolbox talks


• Collaborating with other trades - from senior project managers to on-site contractors


• Staying away as needed (UK-wide - all expenses covered), with work-from-home flexibility between deployments. Includes visits to their HQ in Yorkshire OR the regional base in Kent


• Maintaining strong site discipline, quality standards, and representing the company’s core values


• All client equipment is generally heavy; you should be physically fit to move equipment into position and onto/off the provided lifting aids

Job Requirements

• A background in hands-on roles (electrical/mechanical/engineering)


• Confidence reading site plans and coordinating work efficiently


• Calm under pressure, with high personal standards and adaptability


• Desirable: CSCS Card, IPAF/PASMA certifications, Gate Safe trained or experience with access control, gates, turnstiles, or doors


• Security-vetted sites - SC Clearance is required (or ability to undergo vetting)

If you are interested in applying, please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you, by email to [e-mail]