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Abel Alarm - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

Apprenticeships at Skills for Security Basildon, England, United Kingdom · £17K/yr

Security and Investigations · 51-200 employees

Oct 15
security Junior (0-2 yrs) Full-time United Kingdom
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About the role

The apprentice will work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain, and fault-find on fire and security systems. They will also participate in hands-on training and complete various projects to support their learning.

What they look for

Access control Video surveillance Intruder alarms Fire alarms Electrical skills Fault-finding Installation Maintenance Working at height

Requirements

Candidates should be willing to pass an enhanced DBS background check and be comfortable working at height. A driving license is preferred, and electrical or engineering experience is considered a bonus.

Benefits

Apprenticeship training Nationally recognised qualification Hands-on training Career progression

Full description

Since 1965, thousands of customers have trusted Abel to meet their security requirements. From humble beginnings, they now employ over 100 staff across thirteen branches nationwide. Abel are now looking to recruit a brand new fire and security engineer apprentice to join their Basildon team!

Job Description

As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain and fault-find on the following systems:

  • Access Control
  • Video Surveillance
  • Intruder Alarms
  • Fire Alarms

Entry Requirements

  • A driving license would be preferred, but strong local applicants who are learning to drive will be considered
  • Willing and able to pass an enhanced DBS background check
  • Electrical skills would be a bonus
  • Engineering experience would be a bonus
  • Comfortable working at height, due to the nature of the role

Training to be Provided

This is where you'll learn the skills that employers actually want.

Your apprenticeship training is delivered by Skills for Security, specialists in fire and security training.

You’ll train through block release at our Dagenham centre, for one week every eight weeks (Tuesday–Friday).

You’ll work towards a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship, gaining real skills and a nationally recognised qualification.

What you’ll do as part of the programme:

  • Train hands-on with real systems
  • Learn from industry experts
  • Complete a wide range of tasks and projects
  • Build evidence from your job to support your learning
  • Sit annual assessments at the centre

Your employer supports you on site. We focus on your training and progression.

Earn. Learn. Build a future-proof career.

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