Physical Security & Access Control Engineer
Brief Overview of Role
Responsible for planning, testing, installation, and service of physical security and access control systems for various job sites. BTO participant ensuring projects are delivered within agreed timescales by interpreting project plans and recommending any modifications that may be needed for the successful sign-off and job commissioning. Also acts as a liaison between the engineers and the clients, making sure that everyone is aware of the job's progress and any issues that have arisen during implementation. Responsible for post-implementation fault finding, testing, and the repair of audio‑visual equipment for various job sites.
Accountabilities Include
Knowledge & Key Skills
On‑Site Work 90%
Practical Work Includes, but is not limited to:
* Conducting site surveys and producing installation plans in line with client requirements
* Terminating and testing structured cabling for IP‑based systems, delivering client training and handover documentation
* Ensuring all work met BS7671 and manufacturer guidelines
* Performing cable runs and trunking in high‑traffic environments
* Supporting maintenance contracts and reactive fault calls
* Communicating with customers and site contacts
* Adherence to site rules, procedures, and H&S
* Communicating job progress to the Project Manager and the Resource Planner
* Site cleanliness
* Completion of all project documentation and sign‑offs
* Configuring, performing diagnostics, and firmware updates of the logging service reports and updated asset registers
In Office 10%
* Installation preparation of tools, equipment, consumables, and installation documentation
Essential
* City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Electronic Security and CCTV Systems or similar
* Client liaison and technical documentation
* Fault diagnosis and system maintenance
* Compliance with UK electrical safety standards
* Effective communication skills at all levels
* Good numeracy and written skills
* Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload effectively
* Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* Good time keeping
* Able to work under own direction
* Basic PC skills – Excel, Word, PowerPoint
* Clean driving licence
* IPAF 3a / 3b Licence
* ECS, PASMA – certified
* SSSTS
* CTS / CTS I
* FIRST AID
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