Job Description
Security Engineer
Service & Installation
£30,000 - £40,000 DOE.
Birmingham
Unlock Your Future with a Growing, Forward-Thinking Fire & Security Specialist
Are you a skilled Security Engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality installations and maintenance? Are you looking for a role where you can grow your career, work with industry-leading tech, and enjoy true work-life balance?
This is your opportunity to join a fast-growing, accredited Fire & Security business making waves across the UK. With a strong national presence, industry partnerships with cutting-edge providers like Hikvision and Verkada, and an outstanding reputation for professionalism and quality, this company is the ideal environment for engineers who want to make an impact and grow.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Security Service & Install Engineer, you'll be responsible for both installation and service of a wide range of security systems including:
* CCTV: Hikvision, Dahua
* Intruder Alarms: Texecom, Orisec
* Access Control: Paxton and others
You'll work across commercial, industrial, retail, and high-end residential properties (80% commercial, 20% domestic), providing top-tier service and expert installations across the region.
Coverage Area: West Midlands.
What’s on Offer:
* Competitive Salary + OTE: Solid base pay with generous overtime rates
* Overtime: Regular opportunities – Time & Half (Mon-Sat), Double Time (Sun/Bank Holidays)
* Standby/Callout: 1-in-7 weeks, £120 standby, £10 per callout, paid at enhanced rates
* Company Vehicle: Fully equipped van with personal use allowed
* Fuel & Credit Cards: Provided, along with a Screwfix card
* Daily Allowances: £20 meal allowance, £5 subsistence, hotels and B&Bs booked when staying away
* Tech Kit: Laptop, mobile, and tablet provided
Growth & Perks:
* Structured Career Progression: Clear path to promotion and role expansion
* Training Investment: Regular technical and industry training provided
* Bonus Scheme: Performance-based bonuses under review and launching soon
* Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays, increasing yearly up to 25
Work Hours:
* Standard Day: 8:00am – 4:30pm
* Travel Time: 1 hour each way
* Night Stays: Occasionally required with comfortable accommodation (Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, etc.)
What You’ll Need:
* Experience in installation and/or servicing of security systems (CCTV, alarms, access control)
* Clean driving licence and comfortable with regional travel
* Positive, professional attitude and great customer-facing skills
* Desire to grow and progress in a forward-thinking environment
This is more than just another engineering job — it's a chance to be part of something growing, reputable, and supportive. If you’re looking to step into a role where your skills are valued and your future is invested in, call Courtney Gilgunn or apply with your CV
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