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Barlows UK Ltd - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer - Bristol

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

Security and Investigations · 51-200 employees

6 h ago
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 various fire and security systems. They will also participate in a structured apprenticeship program involving hands-on training and annual assessments.

What they look for

Access Control Video Surveillance Intruder Alarms Fire Alarms PAVA Systems Disabled Refuge Systems Emergency Lighting Electrical Installation Fault Finding Maintenance

Requirements

Candidates must hold a full UK driver's license and be able to pass an enhanced DBS check. Living locally to the Bristol/Newport area is required, and previous experience in electrical installation is considered beneficial.

Full description

Barlows UK Ltd is a family-run engineering and maintenance business established in 1948. The company provides a wide range of electrical, mechanical and property maintenance services across the UK, including electrical installations, testing and compliance, fire and security systems, CCTV, heating, plumbing, air conditioning, data cabling and EV charging solutions. With over 600 employees, Barlows supports commercial, industrial and domestic clients by delivering reliable, high-quality solutions backed by technical expertise and excellent customer service.

Job Description

Due to the location of Barlow's engineers in the area, Newport would be an ideal location for an applicant, but as long as you can easily commute in the Bristol/Newport area, that is what matters.

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
  • PAVA systems
  • Disabled refuge systems
  • Emergency lighting

Entry Requirements

  • Full UK Drivers Licence
  • Must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check
  • Live locally and able to commute
  • Previous experience/qualifications in electrical installation will be beneficial

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 Bristol 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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