Security Systems Engineer (Intruder, CCTV & Access Control)

Triple Star Fire & Security Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Tablet/Laptop

Ongoing training

Manufacturer courses

Career progression

Rewards scheme

Job summary

Triple Star Fire and Security Limited is seeking a skilled Security Systems Engineer to join our expanding team in London and Home Counties. This versatile role covers servicing, installation, commissioning, fault-finding, and small works across intruder alarms, CCTV systems, and access control solutions for commercial and industrial clients.

You will work independently with a strong focus on customer service, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to ongoing projects and service

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a multi-disciplined Security Systems Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of intruder alarms (Risco, Texecom, Honeywell), CCTV, and access control.
• Ability to work across service, installation, commissioning, and small works.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good understanding of SSAIB Codes of Practice and regulations.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Additional electrical or fire/security qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems.
• Install and commission new security systems.
• Carry out small works, upgrades, and remedial installations.
• Diagnose faults and take corrective action.
• Conduct system testing and produce digital reports.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant standards (BS/EN).
• Provide professional on-site communication and support to clients.
• Manage van stock, tools, and equipment.
• Participate in the on-call rota where required.

Skills

Security Systems Engineer

Intruder alarms

CCTV systems

Access control

Fault finding

SSAIB standards

Communication

Driving licence

Electrical qualifications

PC literacy

Job description

Location: London and Home Counties
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Triple Star Fire and Security Limited is seeking a skilled and experienced Security Systems Engineer to join our expanding team. This is a versatile role, ideal for a multi‑disciplined engineer with the ability to carry out servicing, installation, commissioning, fault‑finding, and small works across intruder alarms, CCTV systems, and access control solutions.

Role Overview

As a Security Systems Engineer, you will work across a variety of commercial and industrial client sites, delivering high-quality engineering works from routine servicing and reactive maintenance to new installations and minor project works. You will have strong technical knowledge, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Service and maintain intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems.
• Install and commission new security systems in line with company and industry standards.
• Carry out small works, upgrades, system additions, and remedial installations.
• Diagnose faults and take corrective action efficiently.
• Conduct system testing and produce accurate digital reports.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant standards (including BS/EN requirements).
• Provide professional on‑site communication and support to clients.
• Manage van stock, tools, and equipment effectively.
• Participate in the on‑call rota where required.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a multi-disciplined Security Systems Engineer (essential).
• Strong working knowledge of intruder alarms (e.g., Risco, Texecom, Honeywell), CCTV (IP/analogue, NVR/DVR systems), and access control (e.g., Paxton, Comelit, Urmet, ACT, Videx).
• Ability to work confidently across service, installation, commissioning, and small works.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good understanding of SSAIB Codes of Practice standards and relevant regulations.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• PC literate – familiar with apps, reporting tools, and IP configuration.
• Full UK manual driving licence (essential).
• Additional electrical or fire/security qualifications (advantageous).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, and tablet/laptop.
• Ongoing training and manufacturer-specific courses.
• Supportive working environment with experienced engineers.
• Opportunities for multidisciplinary progression across fire and security.
• Long-term career development and stability.
• Access to our Employee Rewards and Benefits Scheme, which enhances our overall remuneration package and is designed to recognise and reward long‑term employee commitment and longevity.

Recruitment Agency Policy

Triple Star Fire and Security Limitedengages recruitment agencies only on a planned basis and strictly through a proactive, preferred-supplier arrangement. As such, agenciesmust not contact us on a speculative basis. We do not accept unsolicited CVs, cold calls, sales approaches, or marketing communications from recruitment agencies.

Any CVs, candidate profiles, or related information submitted to Triple Star Fire and Security Limited without a prior written agreement in place shall be deemed to have been provided entirelyvoluntarilyandfree of charge. In these circumstances:

• Such submissions will be treated as unsolicited gifts.
• Triple Star Fire and Security Limited reserves the absolute right to contact, engage, or employ the candidate directly without any obligation whatsoever in respect of agency fees or other charges.
• No terms and conditions attached to unsolicited submissions—whether communicated verbally, embedded within the CV, or otherwise—shall be valid, binding, or enforceable against Triple Star Fire and Security Limited.

Recruitment agencies wishing to work with usmust obtain prior written authorisationfrom Triple Star Fire and Security Limited confirming their appointment as an approved supplier. Only in such cases will we consider CVs and only under the terms agreed in writing.