CCTV Security Engineer.
Major Provider of Radio Systems.
Based out of HQ - Southampton.
Salary £40K Basic + Car/Car Allowance + Benefits.
The Company
Being a multi award winning and one of the UKs leading independent communications suppliers, specialising in the design, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of wireless voice and data networks. Our client has some fantastic growth plans and this is a great time to be joining the business. Each of their staff member is trained by every leading manufacturer including Motorola, Hytera,Axis,Avigilon,Icom,Toa,Caltta andBoschto the highest standard and provided with the latestthe latest equipment. With continued expansion they are now seeking a Security Engineer to join this thriving business.
The Role
The CCTV Security Engineer is a key role within the Service Department of our client, being part of the team that designs, installs, supports and maintains their security and communication technology solutions to their client base. Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Security Engineer with a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in installing, configuring, and maintaining electronic and IP-based security systems.
The ideal individual will demonstrate a growing technical expertise and a strong desire to continuously learn and develop their skills across the range of solutions our client offers. These include leading video surveillance platforms such as Avigilon, Axis and Milestone, as well as access control systems like Paxton, Alta Access (Openpath) and Suprema.
This role requires a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable security installations within commercial, enterprise and event space environments. It will also need to work with our clients Sales Team and other engineers, to assist their clients progress to fully integrated security and communication ecosystems, leveraging global best practice technologies across radio, body worn, digital video surveillance, PA/VA and crowd intelligence solutions.
Responsibilities
Working with clients, strategic partners, suppliers and team members to Install, Service, Repair, Fault-finding & Maintain IP CCTV, Access Control & Intruder Alarm Systems
Ensure compliance with risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) provided by the project manager
Ability and desire to work with multiple suppliers to deliver best practice solutions to our clients
Ability to provide fault diagnostics, rectification testing and to rectify any faults found
Completing works on time, to standard at HQ, and on site across the UK
Excellent time management skills and interpersonal skill sets to work seamlessly with clients and team members
Desire to learning and undergo continual professional development
Skills
Expertise in security system installation and maintenance
Strong working knowledge of, but not limited to: Video surveillance platforms: Avigilon, Axis, Milestone
Access control systems: Paxton, Alta Access (Openpath), Suprema
Understanding of IP networking, switches, and PoE infrastructure
Desirable qualifications include: IPAF, CSCS/ ECS, FIA and/or City & Guilds
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Experience with cloud-based security platforms is a plus
Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused mindset
Manual handling will be required for moving equipment
Ability to work with other engineers, to deliver integrated solutions across our portfolio of suppliers
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Requirements
Minimum 2 years experience in security system installation and maintenance essential
Full UK driving licence
Right to work in the UK
Out of hours working across events, which is offset by time in lieu and over time
Travel throughout the UK as required
DBS will be ideal, this will be a requirement for the job
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