Security Systems Engineer

KHR Recruitment Specialists; Swanley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Laptop

On-call allowance

Job summary

KHR Recruitment Specialists are seeking a Security Systems Engineer based on the outskirts of Swanley, covering London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and Essex. You will service, fault-find and maintain a range of fire and electronic security systems to a high standard, with on-call duties.

Applicants should have extensive experience across intruder alarms, CCTV and fire alarms, a solid understanding of IP networking, and hold an ECS card plus a Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience servicing electronic security systems.
• Strong knowledge of intruder alarms, CCTV and fire alarms.
• Experience across a variety of brands.
• Good understanding of IP networking and integrated security systems.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and fault-find on a wide range of fire and electronic security systems.
• Diagnose and resolve system faults efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption for customers.
• Provide technical support and advice to customers and internal staff.
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rota (1 in 4, standby bonus offered).
• Assist with the training and development of less experienced engineers.
• Identify installation or servicing issues and report non-conformances.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and maintain customer relationships.
• Accurately complete service documentation and maintain records using electronic devices.
• Work safely and professionally, complying with health & safety requirements.

Skills

Fault finding

Customer service

IP networking

Security systems maintenance

Brand versatility

Job description

Role: Security Systems Engineer

Location: Outskirts of Swanley (Covering London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex & Essex)

Salary: £32,000 - £45,000 DOE + Company Van + Fuel Card + Mobile + Laptop + On-Call Allowance

Core Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

KHR is working with a well‑established and highly respected security systems specialist to recruit an experienced Security Systems Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that delivers high‑quality security and fire solutions to clients across the South East.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and fault‑find on a wide range of fire and electronic security systems.
• Diagnose and resolve system faults efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption for customers.
• Provide technical support and advice to both customers and internal office staff.
• Participate in a 24/7 on‑call rota (1 in 4, standby bonus offered), attending emergency call‑outs and providing telephone support when required.
• Assist with the ongoing training and development of less experienced engineers where appropriate.
• Identify installation or servicing issues and report any non‑conformances in line with company procedures.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard while maintaining excellent customer relationships.
• Accurately complete service documentation and maintain company records using electronic devices.
• Work safely and professionally, complying with industry standards and health & safety requirements.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive experience servicing and maintaining electronic security systems.
• Strong knowledge of Intruder Alarms, CCTV, Fire Alarms and other similar systems.
• Experience working across a variety of brands.
• A good understanding of IP networking and integrated security systems.
• ECS Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to successfully pass DBS and security screening.
• Excellent fault‑finding, communication and customer service skills.