Service Engineer

Core Construction; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider in London is seeking a skilled Service Engineer to maintain and service advanced security systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in intruder alarms and CCTV, a full UK driving license, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Pension

23 days holiday rising to 25

Attendance bonus

Career development opportunities

Company vehicle and tools provided

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Service Engineer in intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of both IP & analogue CCTV, including basic networking skills.
• Full manual UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and commission intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems.
• Respond efficiently to multiple service calls per day.
• Ensure compliance with all current industry standards.

Skills

Service Engineer experience

Knowledge of intruder alarms

Understanding of CCTV systems

Basic networking skills

Self-motivation

Job description

Security Service Engineer – London / West London Area

£38,000 – £42,000 DOE + Excellent Earnings Potential + Company Vehicle

Are you an experienced

Service Engineer

with a passion for maintaining and servicing advanced security systems? We are a leading supplier of security solutions to residential and SME clients across London and the South East, recently recognized at the 2024 Security & Fire Excellence Awards for our Spy Academy Training Initiative.

We are looking for a skilled

Service Engineer

to join our team, providing top-quality servicing and maintenance of intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a flexible, fast-paced environment and enjoys working across a variety of sites, including residential properties, schools, and small to medium commercial businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and commission intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems.
• Respond efficiently to multiple service calls per day, providing high-quality solutions to customers.
• Ensure compliance with all current industry standards, including EN50131, PD6662, DD243, BS4737, and BS8243.
• Maintain emergency lighting and dual com monitoring systems.
• Work safely at height and handle physically demanding tasks as required.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience as a Service Engineer in intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of both IP & analogue CCTV, including basic networking skills.
• Familiarity with conventional and wireless intruder alarm systems.
• Working knowledge of major security panel brands and app-based systems.
• Understanding of NSI codes of practice and current industry standards.

About You

• Strong communication, time-management, and self-motivation skills.
• Flexible and able to cover West London and RH / GU postcodes or East London and Essex, with willingness to cover other London areas.
• Full manual UK driving license is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary dependent on experience.
• Pension, 23 days holiday rising to 25, plus bank holidays.
• Attendance bonus and company sick pay.
• Company vehicle, uniform, PPE, and tools provided.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Program, rewards & recognition, and company events.
• Extra earning potential through on-call rotations and commission.

Hours & Details

• Standard hours: 7.75 hours onsite Monday – Friday, starting at 8:30 am.
• On-call rota: 1 in 5 to 1 in 9 weeks, with competitive rates.

Role requires flexibility, physical fitness, and the ability to work safely at height.

NSSA Security Screening is required.

If you are a professional

Service Engineer

looking to join a reputable, growing company and take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!