Security Installation Engineer

Smart Search Technical Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established electronic fire protection provider based in London is seeking a Security Installation Engineer. The role requires a strong background in CCTV and access control, with responsibilities including installation, maintenance, and fault finding in security systems. A competitive salary of £34,000 - £45,000 is offered, along with excellent benefits such as a company van, ongoing training, and opportunities for overtime. Candidates must have at least 2-3 years of experience and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Company van

Pension

23-25 days holiday

Attendance bonus

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience as a Security Installation Engineer.
• Strong background in CCTV and access control systems.
• Confident in fault-finding and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Install first and second fix works for security systems.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance visits.
• Conduct fault finding and repairs in security installations.

Skills

CCTV knowledge

Access Control

IP knowledge

Fault-finding

IT literacy

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Security Installation Engineer

Location: London & South East

Salary: £34,000 - £45,000 basic DOE

Excellent earnings potential and company van

Overview

I’m recruiting on behalf of an established NSI Gold accredited electronic fire protection and security provider operating throughout London and the South East. Continued growth in the region has created new openings for experienced engineers who want a permanent role with strong earnings, access to recognised training programmes and clear routes to progress across the industry.

The work covers residential customers, small and medium enterprises and education sites across the South East counties. Engineers generally operate in supportive small‑team environments while benefiting from the organisation and stability associated with larger, well‑structured businesses.

Responsibilities

• Installation first fix works such as cabling and containment
• Second fix installation of equipment and commissioning support
• Planned preventative maintenance visits
• Fault finding and reactive repairs
• Configuration of IP and analogue CCTV including Hikvision type systems
• Access control and door entry installations using Paxton Net2 style platforms
• Dual Com monitoring devices and communication hardware
• Installation of conventional and wireless intruder alarm systems on Texecom and Pyronix platforms
• Completion of job administration in real time
• Working in line with NSI codes of practice for installation, commissioning and maintenance
• Flexibility to work on a variety of projects lasting from one day to several weeks
• Security screening processes required for the position
• Mentoring apprentices or trainees when needed
• Care and maintenance of supplied equipment including vans, phones, uniform and tools

Qualifications

• 2-3 years minimum experience as a Security Installation Engineer
• Strong background in CCTV and Access Control
• Good IP knowledge required for networked CCTV and access workloads
• Working understanding of intruder alarms
• Confident fault‑finding and diagnostic ability
• PC / IT literacy
• Awareness of health and safety regulations
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively
• Full manual UK driving licence
• Willingness to attend certified training to enhance skill set
• Professional, enthusiastic, self‑motivated and organised approach
• Preparedness to take part in the emergency on‑call rota
• NSSA Security Screening is required

Package & Benefits

• £34,000 - £45,000 basic salary DOE
• Excellent additional earnings through overtime and on call
• Pension
• 23 days rising to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Attendance bonus day
• Company van, phone, uniform, PPE, tools
• Laptop supplied when needed
• Ongoing in‑house, onsite and outsourced training
• Access to certified courses with recognised providers
• Employee assistance programme and company sick pay
• Rewards initiatives and company events
• Vehicle fuel card
• Support from dedicated technical engineers
• Extra earnings potential through overtime, on call and commission
• Door to Door / Travel: first half hour each way not payable, remainder paid door to door.
• Overtime: paid at time and a half.
• Sunday: paid at double time.
• Call Out: £65 per call out including the first hour on site.

How to Apply

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