Britannia Fire and Security - Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer
Apprenticeships at Skills for Security · Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Security and Investigations · 51-200 employees
About the role
The apprentice will work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain, and troubleshoot fire and security systems. They will also participate in structured training to gain hands-on experience and work towards a professional qualification.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check and possess a driving license. Proficiency in Maths and English is required, and candidates should be based in the Peterborough area.
Benefits
Full description
For many organisations, managing fire safety and security is about more than maintaining systems. It’s about meeting legal responsibilities, protecting people, and ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant, and operational at all times.
Britannia Fire and Security works with commercial buildings, industrial sites, retail environments, and public sector organisations to deliver dependable fire and security system maintenance. Our structured approach to inspections, servicing, and documentation helps facilities managers, operations teams, and compliance leads stay confident that their systems meet regulatory requirements.
With clear records, consistent maintenance schedules, and experienced engineers, we help remove uncertainty and support organisations in demonstrating duty of care to regulators, insurers, and stakeholders.
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
Must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check
Driving license desirable
Maths & English required
Candidates from the Peterborough area
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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