Apprentice Safety & Security Engineer

Apprentice Safety & Security Apprenticeship opportunity in Newcastle.Location: Newcastle. Salary: £18k. Type: Apprenticeship. Sector: Public Sector.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Role includes a government recognised apprenticeship course with a formal qualification on completion, which includes day release and work-based training
• Assist senior engineers with installation, commissioning and servicing of wide range of field equipment: Fire and Intruder Alarm systems, CCTV, Access Control, Audio Visual, Public address & Voice Alarm systems
• Assist senior engineers with retrofit upgrades/extensions to existing systems as part of remedial works packages
• Provide high levels of customer service
• Develop an understanding of site plans to allow installs to be carried out based on site survey documentation
• Complete documentation in line with company standards
• Work within strict H&S guidelines
• Develop knowledge and build experience to advise customers on latest products and services to improve efficiency
• Ensure assigned work is effectively delivered, completed on time, and to required quality standards
• Ensure all works are recorded using business systems and each job is signed off by the client
• Ensure site Health and Safety compliance and escalated any immediate issues to line management
• Provide high levels of customer service and represent company professionally

Qualifications & Certifications

Required:

• DBS clearance (for working in public sector environments)
• Work towards earning certifications: ECS Card, IPAF/PASMA/Asbestos Awareness certification
• Full UK manual driving licence
• Must be over 18 due to Company Insurance Policy

Desirable experience:

• Desire to work in the safety and security industry and interest in technology products
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team under guidance
• Flexible and self‑motivated, taking pride in work
• Knowledge of industry standard manufacturers: Bosch, Dahau, Genetec, Gent, Advanced, Gallagher, PAC, Win‑Pak, Veracity, Milestone

Entry Requirements

• GCSE in English & Maths – Grade 5 (C) or above
• Full UK driving licence & own transport
• Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions
• Good physical health; job may be labour intensive
• Team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, love for technology and engineering
• Any experience working with electrics would be a bonus, but not essential
• Physically fit, comfortable working at high and low heights
• Willingness to learn and genuine interest in wider fire and security industry
• National grade 5 (or equivalent) for English, Maths and Science, or above
• Excellent timekeeping
• Strong work ethic
• Trustworthy
• Excellent team player with fantastic customer service skills

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement 25 days
• Contributory pension scheme
• Healthcare and wellbeing programmes
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs
• Employee assistance programmes

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