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Chilman Fire and Security - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

Apprenticeships at Skills for Security Cherwell District, England, United Kingdom · £17K–£26K/yr

Security and Investigations · 51-200 employees

Oct 12
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 a structured apprenticeship program to gain hands-on experience and a Level 3 qualification.

What they look for

Access Control Video Surveillance Intruder Alarms Fire Alarms Electrical Skills Working At Height Fault-finding Installation Maintenance

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 21 years old, hold a full UK driving license, and be able to pass an enhanced DBS background check. Ideally, applicants should be located in the Oxfordshire/Buckinghamshire/High Wycombe area and possess basic electrical skills.

Full description

Chilman Fire & Security is an established, family-run business and a trusted leader in the fire safety and commercial security industry across the South of England. With prestigious BAFE and SSAIB accreditations, the company delivers premium, compliant design, installation, and maintenance services to a diverse commercial clientele. They are now looking to recruit a brand new fire an security engineering apprentice to join their 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

The wage for this role is negotiable, based on experience.

Entry Requirements

  • 21+ due to company insurance policy requirements. Please only apply if you are 21 or above
  • Must hold a full UK driving license
  • Willing and able to pass an enhanced DBS background check
  • Ideally located in Oxfordshire/Buckinghamshire/High Wycombe area
  • Electrical skills would be a bonus
  • Comfortable working at height, due to the nature of the role
  • Excellent customer service and team working skills
  • Eager to learn more about the wider fire and security engineering industry

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 Watford 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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