Small Works Engineer

Secom Plc; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva health scheme including Digital 

Discounts on Nuffield Health health >

Life cover

Employee discounts on home security

Cycle to work scheme

Company property e.g., laptop, phone &

Job summary

Secom Plc is seeking an installation technician to carry out installation, modification and commissioning of electronic security systems for commercial clients. You will work on intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, and read drawings to deliver safe, compliant upgrades.

Based in the Birmingham area, travel to customer sites is required and you will use mobile reporting tools to update records and keep customers informed throughout projects.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and servicing electronic security systems.
• Knowledge of CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, and IP networking.
• Knowledge in Fire.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Competent in using mobile devices and digital reporting systems.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the installation, modification, and commissioning of small works on electronic security systems, ensuring all work is completed safely, to a high standard, and in line with customer requirements.
• Install and upgrade intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, and related security systems.
• Complete small additions, alterations, and remedial works on existing customer sites.
• Diagnose faults and perform minor repairs where required.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Complete all work in accordance with company procedures, NSI standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Update job reports, commissioning documents, and customer records using mobile applications.
• Liaise with customers and internal teams to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, equipment, and van stock.
• Deliver excellent customer service and promote additional upgrade opportunities where appropriate.
• This role involves travelling to customer sites, completing installations and upgrades efficiently, and ensuring all security systems meet SECOM quality and compliance standards.

Education

NSI / ECS / CSCS / manufacturer training

Job description

The role
Carry out the installation, modification, and commissioning of small works on electronic security systems, ensuring all work is completed safely, to a high standard, and in line with customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Install and upgrade intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, and related security systems.

Complete small additions, alterations, and remedial works on existing customer sites.

Diagnose faults and perform minor repairs where required.

Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Complete all work in accordance with company procedures, NSI standards, and health & safety regulations.

Update job reports, commissioning documents, and customer records using mobile applications.

Liaise with customers and internal teams to ensure projects are completed on time.

Maintain company vehicle, tools, equipment, and van stock.

Deliver excellent customer service and promote additional upgrade opportunities where appropriate.

Skills & Experience

Experience installing and servicing electronic security systems.

Knowledge of CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, and IP networking.

Knowledge in Fire.

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

Good communication and customer service skills.

Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Competent in using mobile devices and digital reporting systems.

Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

Relevant security industry qualifications (e.g. NSI, ECS, CSCS, or manufacturer training).

Experience with IP CCTV, access control, and integrated security systems.

Health & Safety awareness

Professional attitude

This role involves travelling to customer sites, completing installations and upgrades efficiently, and ensuring all security systems meet SECOM quality and compliance standards.

• Aviva health scheme which includes access to Digital GP
• Discounts on health assessments via Nuffield Health
• Life cover
• Employee discount on security for your home
• Employee Discount Scheme, which is applicable to over 900 of the UK's top retailers, including travel, groceries, gym memberships, utilities and more
• Cycle to work scheme which can save up to 43% on the cost of a bike
• Company property e.g., laptop, phone & plant (drills etc.)