Security Engineer

Highgrove Recruitment Group Limited; Wigston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Security Engineer for local work in Leicestershire, focusing on the installation, servicing, and fault-finding of intruder alarm systems. This role requires strong experience with alarm systems and knowledge of CCTV, access control, and intercoms. Enjoy a well-paid position with a focus on work-life balance, including a supportive team and low call-out pressures. Apply now for this great opportunity in the security sector.

Benefits

Up to £41,800 basic salary

Overtime available

Company van

All power tools supplied

20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Local patch no long travel days

Qualifications

• Based in Leicestershire.
• Experience with intruder alarms (installation, service, fault-finding).
• Knowledge of CCTV, access control & intercoms is beneficial.
• A positive attitude and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Installing, servicing & fault-finding intruder alarm systems.
• Working on access control, intercoms, CCTV, and occasional fire alarms.
• Attending local jobs mainly around Leicestershire.
• Taking part in call-out rota (1 week on / 7 weeks off).

Skills

Experience with intruder alarms (installation, service, fault-finding)

Knowledge of CCTV

Knowledge of access control

Knowledge of intercoms

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Security Engineer

Join a company that puts work‑life balance FIRST.

We're looking for a skilled Security Engineer to join our growing team, working mainly across domestic properties (80%) with some commercial and industrial sites. If you enjoy local work, proper support, and a role where call‑outs are genuinely rare, this is the perfect opportunity.

What You’ll Get

• Up to £41,800 basic salary
• Overtime available
• Company van
• All power tools supplied
• 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Local patch no long travel days

What You’ll Be Doing

• Installing, servicing & fault‑finding intruder alarm systems
• Working on access control, intercoms, CCTV, and occasional fire alarms
• Attending local jobs mainly around Leicestershire
• Taking part in our call‑out rota (1 week on / 7 weeks off); all calls are filtered through technical support first

What We Need From You

• Based in Leicestershire
• Experience with intruder alarms (installation, service, fault‑finding)
• Knowledge of CCTV, access control & intercoms is beneficial
• A positive attitude and ability to work independently

Ready to apply?

If you want a stable, well‑paid role with low call‑out pressure and a supportive team this is it. Apply now and secure your next step in the security sector.