Senior Security Engineer / Division Manager

Halmer Recruit; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the security sector is seeking a Senior Security Engineer / Division Manager to oversee their growing security division. This role involves managing security projects, providing technical support, and leading a team while driving division growth through strategic marketing initiatives. With a competitive salary and opportunities for leadership development, this position is ideal for candidates looking to advance their careers in security management.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid overtime at time and a half

Private use of company van

Qualifications

• Proven experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple jobs.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of security installations.
• Prepare detailed quotations and proposals for clients.
• Provide in-hours emergency callout support.

Skills

Project Management

Client-facing Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Security Engineer / Division Manager

Salary:

£45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Location:

London & Home Counties

Division:

Security (CCTV, Access Control & Intruder Systems)

Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on and driven Senior Security Engineer / Division Manager to take full ownership of our growing security division. This is a key leadership role with a strong technical focus, overseeing the complete lifecycle of security projects from initial quotation through to final handover and ongoing maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management: Manage end-to-end delivery of security installations, including CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control systems.
2. Quoting & Estimation: Carry out site surveys and prepare detailed quotations and proposals for prospective clients.
3. Installations & Maintenance: Take responsibility for system installs, upgrades, fault finding, and planned preventative maintenance.
4. On-Call Support: Provide in-hours emergency callout support as required.
5. Team Coordination: Collaborate with our existing team of four fire installers, who also support security installations on larger projects.
6. Division Growth: Work alongside our marketing team to support ongoing advertising campaigns aimed at scaling the security side of the business.
7. Leadership Development: As the division expands and workload increases, this role will evolve into a full-time managerial position, stepping away from tools to focus on team leadership and business development.

Working Hours & Benefits:

1. Working Week: 48 hours per week, door-to-door across 5 days.
2. Overtime: Paid at time and a half for any hours worked beyond the standard 48-hour week.
3. Weekend Overtime:
   • Saturday: Time and a half
   • Sunday: Double time
4. Callout Rota: 1 in 8 weeks (Monday to Sunday)
   • Standby Payment: £130
   • Attendance Bonus: 50% of any invoice value for callout visits
5. Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
6. Vehicle Use: Private use of company van permitted (subject to HMRC tax compliance)

About the Division:

The security division currently generates approximately £150K in annual turnover, with strategic marketing campaigns in place to drive significant growth. This role provides an excellent opportunity to shape the future of the division and play a key part in its expansion.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple jobs and priorities
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of your division
• Full UK driving licence

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and grow a vital business unit with the support of an experienced fire and security team. You will be joining at a pivotal moment, with the chance to step into a strategic managerial role as the division grows.