Security Systems Innovation Engineer

Balfour Beatty plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty's Asset & Technology Solutions business is seeking a Technology Development Engineer to join our CCTV and Security team in Derby, with travel across England and wider UK project locations. You will help develop, maintain and improve security technology assets that protect people, projects and sites.

You'll work with site teams and stakeholders to ensure systems are reliable and meet business needs, deploying and supporting CCTV, access control and intruder alarm technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience working with IP CCTV systems and associated security technologies.
• A relevant qualification in CCTV, electronic security systems or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a BAFE, SSAIB or NSI accredited environment.
• A strong understanding of current technical standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
• Knowledge of intruder alarms, access control, door entry and associated security systems.
• Experience maintaining, developing or upgrading fixed, temporary or mobile security systems.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with a willingness to travel to sites across England and the UK when required.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Developing, maintaining and upgrading CCTV and security systems.
• Supporting the development of current and future security technologies to meet operational requirements.
• Attending site visits to understand customer needs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assisting with the deployment, collection, movement and maintenance of security technology assets and equipment.
• Ensuring security systems remain operational, reliable and fit for purpose.
• Providing technical support to site teams and stakeholders to resolve issues and improve system performance.
• Working collaboratively with operational teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver effective security solutions.
• Supporting high standards of safety, compliance and security across all activities.
• Keeping up to date with industry developments, standards and best practice across CCTV, access control, intruder alarms and related security technologies.
• A full UK driving licence.

Skills

IP CCTV systems

Intruder alarms

Access control

Door entry systems

Security system maintenance

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Education

Qualification in CCTV or electronic security

Job description

Balfour Beatty's Asset & Technology Solutions business is seeking a Technology Development Engineer to join our CCTV and Security team in Derby, with travel across England and wider UK project locations. You will help develop, maintain and improve security technology assets that protect people, projects and sites.

You'll work with site teams and stakeholders to ensure systems are reliable and meet business needs, deploying and supporting CCTV, access control and intruder alarm technologies.