Security Installation Engineer

Complete Security Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security company seeks a Security Installation Engineer to install advanced electronic security systems across the UK. The role focuses on high-security environments, requiring expertise in IP CCTV, Access Control, and Intruder Alarm systems. Candidates must have a strong electrical background and a willingness to travel.

Benefits

Company vehicle + fuel card

Door-to-door travel paid

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme, tools, phone, ongoing training

Long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing electronic security systems.
• Strong knowledge of IP CCTV systems.
• ECS Card preferred, CTC Clearance desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission security systems (CCTV, Access Control, Intruder).
• Work from wiring diagrams and layout drawings.
• Ensure compliance with NSI, BS standards.

Skills

Installation of electronic security systems

IP CCTV systems

Access Control

Intruder Alarm systems

Electrical background

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Our client is a well-established and trusted name in the electronic security sector, with a strong reputation for delivering tailored solutions to sensitive environments particularly within Stadia and MOJ Prison sectors.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of national projects, they are seeking an experienced and electrically qualified Security Installation Engineer to join their team, based in the North West and covering sites across the UK.

Role Overview:
This is a field-based role focused on the installation of advanced electronic security systems, with an emphasis on high-security environments. The successful candidate will have experience working with CCTV (IP essential), Access Control, and Intruder Alarm systems, along with a strong electrical background.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and commission a range of security systems (CCTV, Access Control, Intruder)
• Work from wiring diagrams and layout drawings to ensure accurate installation
• Carry out cable pulling, containment, terminations, and full commissioning
• Collaborate with site teams and project managers to deliver high-standard installations
• Ensure compliance with NSI, BS standards, and site-specific security protocols
• Complete accurate records and handover documentation
• Travel across the UK to work on varied and secure client sites

Requirements:

• Proven experience installing electronic security systems (CCTV, Access Control, Intruder)
• Strong knowledge of IP CCTV systems is essential
• Electrical background (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent)
• ECS Card (preferred)
• CTC Clearance (desirable must be willing and eligible to undergo vetting)
• Willingness to travel and stay away when required
• Full UK driving licence

What s on Offer:

• Up to GBP42,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Door-to-door travel paid
• Overtime and expenses
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme, tools, phone, and ongoing training
• Long-term progression in a company delivering to some of the UK s most secure and iconic sites