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Chain Networks - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

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

Security and Investigations · 51-200 employees

Oct 16
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 training programme to gain hands-on experience and build technical skills.

What they look for

Fire alarm systems Security systems Access control Video surveillance Intruder alarms System installation System maintenance Fault-finding Electrical skills Working at height

Requirements

Candidates must hold a full UK driving license and have GCSE Maths and English at level 4 or above. Applicants should be comfortable working at height and be willing to pass an enhanced DBS background check.

Benefits

Apprenticeship training Nationally recognised qualification Hands-on training Career progression

Full description

Chain Networks, based in Northampton, are a specialist fire and security business offering system design, installation, maintenance, and sub-contracting labour to larger fire and security companies. They are now looking to recruit a brand new apprentice fire and security engineer 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

Entry Requirements

  • A full UK driving license is required due to the travel requirements of the role
  • GCSE Maths and English at level 4 GCSE or above (or equivalent non-GCSE qualification)
  • A candidate local to Northampton would be preferred, as the majority of the work is in that area
  • Comfortable working at height, due to the nature of the role
  • Electrical skills would be a bonus
  • Willing and able to pass an enhanced DBS background check

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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