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FireLight - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

Apprenticeships at Skills for Security Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, England, United Kingdom · £17K/yr

Security and Investigations · 51-200 employees

4 d ago
security Junior (0-2 yrs) Full-time United Kingdom
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About the role

You will work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain, and fault-find on various fire and security systems. Additionally, you will participate in a structured apprenticeship program to gain hands-on experience and a professional qualification.

What they look for

Fire detection Security systems Access control Video surveillance Intruder alarms Fire alarms Lockdown systems Fault-finding Installation Maintenance Risk assessment Electrical work

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold a full UK driving license, and be able to pass an enhanced DBS background check. You should be comfortable working at height and eager to learn about the fire and security industry.

Benefits

Apprenticeship training Nationally recognised qualification Career progression

Full description

FireLight are a UK-based fire and security installer specialising in regulation-led fire detection, life safety systems consultancy, and integrated security solutions. They offer installation, servicing, maintenance and risk assessments. They are now looking to recruit a brand new fire and security engineer 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
  • Lockdown Systems

Entry Requirements

  • 18+ due to certain construction site age requirements - please do not apply if you are under 18
  • A full UK driving license is required for this role
  • Electrical experience would be a bonus
  • Willing and able to pass an enhanced DBS background check
  • Comfortable working at height, due to the nature of the role
  • Eager to learn more about the wider fire and security 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 Walsall 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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