Trainee Fire and Security Maintenance Engineer

Banham Security; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider in Greater London is seeking a Trainee Fire and Security Engineer to kickstart your career in the Fire & Security industry. You will receive full training and mentorship while gaining hands-on experience. The role offers a competitive salary and great benefits, including 33 days of annual leave, private medical cover, and a hybrid working model. A valid UK driving licence is required, and eagerness to learn new technologies is essential.

Benefits

33 days Annual Leave

Sick Pay that increases with length of service

Subsidised Private Medical Cover

Annual season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Hybrid working opportunities

Recruitment referral bonus scheme

Personal Accident Insurance Scheme

Auto-enrolment into pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Company equipment tailored to your role

Discounts on Banham products

Employee recognition rewards

Employee assistance program

Charity events participation

Qualifications

• Strong desire to help customers feel safe and secure.
• Full training will be provided.
• Desirable to have understanding of electrical circuits.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced professionals to gain skills.
• Develop into a qualified Fire & Security Engineer.
• Participate in a supportive working environment.

Skills

Basic Electrical Knowledge

Hands-on Skills

Communication / Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn new technologies

Time Management

IT Literate

Able to work at Heights

Full UK Driving licence

Job description

Are you looking to kickstart your career in the Fire & Security industry with a market-leading company? This is your chance to develop valuable skills, gain hands‑on experience, and grow into a fully qualified Fire & Security Engineer.

As a Fire & Security Maintenance Engineer, you will work alongside experienced professionals who will mentor and guide you, ensuring you build a strong foundation in the field.

Banham is a family‑owned; family‑run business that has been providing security solutions since 1926. We operate throughout the Southeast of England offering a comprehensive service on all aspects of physical and electronic security. Most important, however, are the people who make up Banham. Our dedicated employees live and breathe collaboration; they inspire and learn from each other while upholding our five core values: Family, Pride, Trust, Leadership, and Making a Difference. Employees who began their Banham careers as trainees now head up our key departments, and we are proud to foster a working environment that encourages staff to stay with us for many years.

What can you bring to Banham?

As a Trainee Fire and Security Engineer you will have a strong desire to bring your best to every day, and the desire to help our customers feel safe and secure in their homes. Full training will be provided and great progression opportunities available. You will need a full UK driving licence, as you will be provided a company vehicle.

• Basic Electrical Knowledge – Understanding of electrical circuits, components, and systems - desirable but not essential.
• Hands‑on Skills – Experience with tools and equipment used in electrical work (e.g., multimeters, screwdrivers, pliers) desirable but not essential
• Communication / Customer service
• Teamwork
• Willingness to learn new technologies and develop
• Time Management
• IT Literate and comfortable using a smart phone and laptop
• Able to work a Heights
• Full UK Driving licence (no more than 6pts)

What will you get in return?

You will be entitled to a highly competitive salary and a great range of benefits including :

• 33 days Annual Leave (includes bank holidays)
• Sick Pay that increases with length of service
• Subsidised Private Medical Cover after completing and passing probationary period
• Annual season ticket loan & Banham interest‑free loan
• Cycle to work & Home & Tech scheme (up to the value of £2k)
• Hybrid working (dependent on location and role - 3 days office based and 2 days working from home)
• Recruitment referral bonus scheme earning up to £500 per successful referral (T&Cs apply)
• Personal Accident Insurance Scheme - Accidents at work and outside of work are both covered, including personal attacks and sport‑related injuries
• Auto‑enrolment into our pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities (including day releases for studies / exams)
• Company equipment tailored to your role (laptop, mobile, additional screens)
• Up to 50% off Banham products
• Banham Social Events
• Employee recognition rewards and moments of magic prizes
• Byond card - a workplace benefit to access exclusive offers and discounts on your everyday spend.
• An employee assistance program (EAP). EAP gives our employees access to a 24 / 7 free, confidential advice service for help with personal and professional problems, which could be affecting your home life or work life, health, and general well‑being. This benefit also extends to your family (available from the first day of employment)
• Charity events throughout the year – Banham is proud to be working with The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and sponsoring The Banham Marsden March since 2010 over £13 million has been raised to make a difference for patients across the UK and the world for The Royal Marsden.