Security Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services company located in Manchester is seeking a skilled Security Engineer. This position involves installing, servicing, and repairing intruder alarms and CCTV systems, ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience and a commitment to providing exemplary customer service. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience, a company vehicle or travel allowance, and opportunities for professional growth within the sector.

Benefits

Company vehicle or travel allowance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

On-call allowance

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV systems is required.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Installation, service, and maintenance of security systems.
• Perform efficient repairs while adhering to industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations.
• Provide excellent on-site customer service.
• Coordinate with the engineering team on workloads.

Skills

Installation of intruder alarms

Fault-finding and repairs

Customer service

Job description

Security Engineer

Location: Manchester Salary: 36,000 - 39,000 (DOE) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A growing security company in Manchester is looking for an experienced Security Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands on experience in installing, servicing, and fault-finding across intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV systems.

What's on offer

• Salary 36,000 - 39,000 depending on experience
• Company vehicle or travel allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• On-call allowance
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Work with a range of commercial and residential clients

Your role

• Installation, service, and maintenance of intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV systems
• Fault-finding and carrying out repairs efficiently while maintaining industry standards
• Ensuring all systems comply with relevant regulations
• Providing excellent customer service on-site
• Coordinating with the engineering team to manage workload and schedules

This role is perfect for a hands‑on engineer looking to join a reputable company in Manchester, with opportunities to develop and progress within the security sector.

If you're a capable engineer looking for a role with variety, responsibility, and a clear path forward – we'd love to hear from you.

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