Fire and Security Engineer Apprentice

Sovereign Fire and Security Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire and security solutions is seeking an Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer to gain practical experience in installing and maintaining critical systems. The apprenticeship includes structured training, and successful candidates may transition into permanent roles. Ideal candidates will have relevant GCSEs, a professional demeanor, and a commitment to training.

Benefits

Training through Yeovil College

Opportunities for permanent employment

Mileage allowance for vehicle use

Public transport reimbursement available

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, Computer Science, Computing and ICT required.
• Commitment to work and training for the apprenticeship duration expected.
• Willingness to pass a driving test essential for future work.

Responsibilities

• Installation of fire & security systems to meet company requirements.
• Carry out servicing and repairs on various security systems.
• Complete necessary paperwork and attend reactive calls.

Skills

Professional Manner

Work Independently

Time Management

Education

GCSE in Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C)

GCSE in Computer Science (grade 9-4 / A*-C)

GCSE in Computing and ICT (grade 9-4 / A*-C)

Job description

Recruitment: Fire and Security Engineer Apprentice

What you will do in your working day

• Installation of new fire & security systems to meet company requirement
• Seeing installation projects through to completion
• Carry out servicing and repairs on various security systems including Advanced, Gent, Apollo and Hochiki, Texecom, Galaxy, Menvier, Hikvision, Dahua, Avigilon, TDSi, Integra, Paxton
• Complete the necessary paperwork and reports in a timely manner
• Attend reactive calls and breakdowns and perform general maintenance work including tracing and rectification of faults

The training you will be getting

Fire emergency and security systems technician level 3

As an apprentice fire & security engineer, you will gain on-the-job experience in installing & maintaining fire, CCTV, access control & intruder alarm systems. You’ll work alongside our experienced engineers to provide professional & dependable quality service to customers & contractors in a timely manner.

You will attend Yeovil College on a block week basis:

Year 1 – 10 Block weeks (spread across the year)
Year 2 – 6 Block weeks (spread across the year)
Year 3 – 4 Block weeks (spread across the year)

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

It is our aim for the right candidate to remain in a permanent role within the business and to develop their level of responsibilities accordingly.

Requirements and prospects

GCSE in:

• Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C)

GCSE in:

• Computer Science (grade 9-4 / A*-C)
• Computing and ICT (grade 9-4 / A*-C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Professional Manner
• Work Independently
• Time Management

Other requirements

We are looking for an apprentice who ideally lives in Taunton or within a 30 minute commute as you will be buddied up with an engineer who is based here. Having a driver’s licence is desirable but not essential if the apprentice lives near to Taunton initially as apprentices will be working alongside other Engineers. However, we will expect apprentices to pass their driving test at the earliest opportunity as a company vehicle will be provided later on in the programme. If applicants have their own vehicle, mileage allowance can be claimed for travel; alternatively public transport reimbursement is available. You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship.

Annual wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

Working week

8.30am – 5pm depending on site requirements and location. Days TBC on appointment