Security Engineer

AgileGrid Solutions; United Kingdom; Presencial; GBP 42.000 - 56.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Company car or car allowance

Pension with employer contribution up

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits package

Wellbeing and volunteer days

Personal development programme

Resumo da vaga

AE Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Field Engineer to install, maintain and fault‑find ARC‑connected security systems including CCTV, intrusion, access control and alarm signalling. You will lead technical activities and support other engineers, customers and ARC operations teams.

The role requires a strong diagnostic capability, five years in electronic security, a valid UK driving licence and the ability to work independently in a field setting, prioritising faults and maintaining

Qualificações

• Minimum five years' experience in electronic security or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with CCTV, intruder detection, access control and alarm signalling.
• Experience supporting Alarm Receiving Centres or monitored security systems preferred.
• Strong diagnostic skills and knowledge of IP-networked security and communications.
• Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership to other engineers.
• Full UK driving licence required for field responsibilities.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, commission and test ARC-connected security systems.
• Maintain CCTV, intruder detection, access control, alarm signalling and communications equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex faults and restore service.
• Support ARC receiving equipment and associated communications systems.
• Complete planned and reactive maintenance to maximise system availability.
• Provide technical support and guidance to field engineers and other teams.
• Liaise with customers, ARC operations teams, manufacturers and suppliers.
• Keep service records and technical documentation up to date.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, resilience and operational effectiveness.
• Carry out all work in accordance with relevant technical, security and health and safety requirements.

Conhecimentos

CCTV systems

Intruder detection

Access control

Alarm signalling

IP networks

Formação

Security systems qualifications

Descrição da vaga

AE Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Field Engineer to support the dependable operation of security systems connected to Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs). This role is suited to a technically confident professional who can take ownership of complex field issues, deliver high-quality installation and maintenance work, and provide practical guidance to colleagues and customers.

About The Company

AE Partners is recruiting for a client responsible for security systems that support the protection and operation of High Voltage Assets. The work involves technologies that help monitor sites, detect security events and communicate alarms to operational teams. Reliability, resilience and careful technical practice are central to this environment, where systems need to perform consistently and faults must be addressed effectively.

About The Role

As Senior Field Engineer, you will take technical responsibility for the installation, commissioning, maintenance and fault-finding of ARC-connected security systems. These include CCTV, intruder detection, access control, alarm signalling and associated communications equipment. You will help ensure that receiving and communications systems remain secure, available and fit for purpose. You will also act as a senior technical point of contact for field engineers, customers and ARC operations teams. The role combines hands‑on engineering with technical support, clear communication and a focus on improving system performance. You will work independently across planned and reactive activities, managing work safely and maintaining accurate records of your findings and actions.

Qualifications

You will bring at least five years of experience in electronic security or a related technical field, with practical knowledge of CCTV, intruder detection, access control and alarm signalling systems. Experience supporting Alarm Receiving Centres or monitored security systems is important, together with strong diagnostic skills and an understanding of IP‑networked security and communications. You should be comfortable working independently, prioritising faults and providing technical leadership to other engineers. Clear communication and a customer‑focused approach are essential when explaining issues, coordinating work and offering guidance. Relevant manufacturer or security systems qualifications are desirable. A full UK driving licence is required for the field‑based responsibilities of the position.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, commission and test new or upgraded ARC‑connected security systems.
• Maintain CCTV, intruder detection, access control, alarm signalling and communications equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex faults, taking appropriate steps to restore service and reduce disruption.
• Support the reliable operation of ARC receiving equipment and associated communications systems.
• Complete planned and reactive maintenance to help maximise system availability and performance.
• Provide technical support, advice and guidance to field engineers and other relevant teams.
• Liaise professionally with customers, ARC operations teams, manufacturers and suppliers.
• Keep service records, test results and technical documentation accurate and up to date.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, resilience and operational effectiveness.
• Carry out all work in accordance with relevant technical, security and health and safety requirements.

Benefits

The package includes a company vehicle or car allowance, plus access to a hybrid or electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Additional benefits include a pension with an employer contribution of up to 8%, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, private medical insurance, an Employee Assistance Programme and a flexible benefits package. Wellbeing and volunteer days are also provided, alongside a personal development programme to support continued learning and career growth.

Equal Opportunity

AE Partners and its client are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Applications will be considered on the basis of relevant skills, experience and suitability for the role. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments can be discussed during the recruitment process to support candidates who need them.