Security Installation Apprentice in Plymouth

At Chubb we are driven by a powerful purpose - to protect your world. Kickstart your career with Chubb Fire & Security as a Security Installation Apprentice. You’ll join a friendly team, get stuck into real hands-on work with the latest life safety and security technology, and earn while you learn.

You’ll work towards your Level 3 Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Technician apprenticeship, learning how to install, service, and maintain systems that make a real difference across communities and workplaces. We’re committed to helping you learn, grow, and succeed — providing the training, guidance, and career development opportunities you need to build a future with us. As part of the global APi Group, you’ll also join a family of businesses where leadership and personal development are at the heart of everything we do.

SALARY: £18,000 per annum in Year 1, with annual salary increases as you progress through the apprenticeship.

LOCATION: Plymouth (PL6 7DB) with expectations to travel across the South coast – St Ives, Taunton, and Devon.

REQUIREMENTS: Full UK Drivers Licence is required for this role.

STUDY COMMITMENT: Covered travel / accommodation to Blackburn Training 2000 for one week every 8 weeks for the first year of your apprenticeship.

BENEFITS:

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays - plenty of time to rest and recharge throughout the year.
• Central benefits and discounts platform - save on shopping, travel, and entertainment.
• Health & wellbeing resources - mental health support, fitness tips, and wellbeing advice.
• Diversity, equity and inclusion - you’ll join a team where different backgrounds, ideas and identities are welcomed, supported and heard, so you can be yourself and do your best work.
• Full apprenticeship training – a 3-year hands-on programme with expert mentors, real projects, nationally recognised qualifications – and progression to qualified Chubb roles.
• Bravo Awards - celebrating your hard work and achievements.
• A stable, long-term career with a global business - the perfect place to start and grow your career.
• Uniform, PPE, and tools provided - everything you need from day one to learn safely.
• Travel time scheme - we’ll make sure you’re fairly rewarded for time spent on the road.
• Employee Referral Scheme (£1000) - earn when you recommend great people to join us.

What you actually do day to day:

• Shadow and assist experienced engineers on customer sites helping install CCTV, intruder security alarms and access control systems.
• Learn how to test these systems, diagnose and fix faults, and complete accurate reports and documentation to industry standards.
• Covered travel / accommodation to Blackburn Training 2000 for one week every 8 weeks for your apprenticeship trainings, combining classroom learning with hands-on experience in the field.

What you get out of it:

• A recognised Level 3 apprenticeship in Fire, Emergency and Security Systems, setting you up to work as a fully qualified technician/engineer at the end of the programme.
• Paid employment from day one, with holiday, benefits and all training costs covered by Chubb and our training partners.
• Structured mentoring, regular reviews and one-to-one support from college tutors and experienced Chubb engineers to keep you on track.

What you will bring:

• Require 3 x GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths.
• Full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
• Comfortable and competent working in confined spaces and at heights, following all relevant safety procedures and risk assessments.
• You must be 18 years old or over for this role due to construction site regulations.
• Great customer facing skills, with a friendly and professional manner.
• Genuine eagerness to learn, listen to feedback and develop new skills.

Chubb Fire and Security is an equal opportunities employer. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) ensures all employees and applicants feel valued, respected, and supported. At Chubb, individuality is celebrated, and our strength lies in the diversity of our team. By fostering an equitable environment, we empower individuals to contribute their unique perspectives, driving innovation and excellence at every level.

Established over 200 years ago, Chubb Fire & Security are a global business driven by keeping people and the world safe. We provide essential systems, equipment and services, from digital CCTV surveillance and intruder alarms, to fire detection and suppression systems. Offering a full range of innovative products and services to a broad range of customers, from local independent businesses to many of the FTSE 100 companies. We believe we offer a unique working culture, where you are as important to us as our customers, and we want you to feel that every day. We are proud to offer extensive training to all of our new Advisors, fully supporting, and enabling you to thrive in your new role and beyond, with ongoing career development opportunities throughout your career journey with us.