Security Technicians - Southeast - Security Services Group - SSG

SSG Security Technicians are Tasked From Home - The South East Regional Office is based in Woolwich, SE18 6XJ

Job Summary

The Security Services Group (SSG) is a specialist business unit within DIO providing security solutions across the MOD and wider Government Estate. With over 230 staff in the UK, Germany, Cyprus, and Gibraltar, SSG designs, installs, and maintains critical security systems, ensuring the safety of Defence Operations. To find out more about SSG please visit - Security Services Group - GOV.UK

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Job Description

We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join us as Security Technicians in SSG’s Southeast Team.

You will have the chance to work on a variety of technically sophisticated projects protecting UK Defence and Government sites. You will be tasked from home and for most of the time you will be working in the field travelling between various government and military sites. We will provide you with the choice of a non-liveried company vehicle to work in your region and you can opt in to use this for personal use.

We require professional individuals to serve SSG customers on a wide range of security systems including Intruder Alarm (IAS), External & Perimeter Intruder Detection, Video Surveillance (VSS), Automatic Access Control (AACS) and Control Room IAS and VSS & AACS Standard Monitoring Systems.

Specific system training will be provided.

Other Duties Include:

• Being the key point of contact to customers on a day-to-day basis
• Attending to maintenance and installation enquiries during core hours
• Participating in an on-call rota to provide 24-hour emergency cover for the service
• Conducting checks and audits on customer systems
• Accurately estimating costs of all materials and labour needed for minor works, additions and alterations
• Ordering materials from suppliers and providing equipment lists to the Project Manager
• Providing technical assistance at all levels and building solutions to technical and design problems
• Undertaking trade supervision for subcontractors
• Ensuring all job-related administration is accurate and reported in a timely way
• Adherence to work-related and site related health and safety guidelines

Employment Hours:

You will be contracted to work 37 hours a week, typically between 08:00-16:00, however through travel time, overtime and on-call duties you will have the opportunity to increase your potential earnings. For example, some SSG technicians regularly do an optional 10+ hours per week in travel time and overtime.

Your time will be typically spent working within your allocated region, however as SSG are involved in numerous overseas projects there are opportunities to work for short periods of time in Europe. This role will also require operating away from home providing support within the region and to the other SSG UK regional teams, staying in overnight accommodation as required.

Allowances Where Applicable:

• Market Skills Allowance - £4,000
• London Weighting Allowance
• On-Call Allowance
• Recall-to-duty Allowance
• Travel and Subsistence for out-of-region and overtime assignments.
• This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:
A recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and/or Engineering qualification, i.e. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access control Systems.

Desirable Experience & Skills:

• Engineering Council
• Security Institute

Qualifications:

• HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent
• NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent
• ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent

Clearance:
Once onboarded, the successful candidate will be put through the application process to achieve the higher Developed Vetting security clearance level.

Licences:
Full UK Driving Licence (A maximum of six points)

Driving a vehicle is a requirement of the job; field technicians are tasked from home and are provided with a vehicle to carry their tools and equipment to/from sites which are remote and not accessible by public transport and in response to SSG’s 24/7 On Call Rota.

Behaviours:
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Working Together
• Managing a Quality Service

Technical skills:
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• SSG Functional Competence Area 1: Electronic Security Installation – Practitioner

Salary and Benefits:
Alongside your salary of £30,670, Ministry of Defence contributes £8,885 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Generous Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave increasing by one day per year to a maximum of 30 days after five years of service. Career Development: Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities within the security field, helping you grow and advance your career. Equipment: Brand new toolkit, laptop and mobile phone. Company Vehicle: You may be provided with a non-liveried company vehicle, eligible for personal use (taxable as a benefit). Family Support: Access enhanced parental leave policies to support work-life balance during important life events. Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy savings through the Defence Discount Service (fees apply), offerings deals on a range of products and services. Health and Wellbeing: Receive Specsavers eye test vouchers and access on-site gym facilities (where available). Community and Social Perks: Join the Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) or the Civil Service Club in London, providing access to a variety of social, cultural, and recreational activities (membership fees apply). On-Site Amenities: Many of our locations offer free parking, subsidised canteens, sports and social clubs, and on-site shops for your convenience. Inclusive Workplace: Join one of our Diversity and Inclusion Networks. We value diversity and are committed to creating an equal and supportive environment for all.

Contact point for applicants:

• Name: Clayton Dillury, London and Southeast Team Leader
• Email: Clayton.Dillury710@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment team:

• Email: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk