At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead deployment of physical security systems and provide incident response support.
- Company: National Gas is responsible for transporting gas across nearly 5,000 miles of pipes in Britain.
- Benefits: Enjoy 34 days holiday plus a double-match pension scheme and annual performance bonus.
- Other info: This role is based in Birmingham with travel across the UK to operational sites.
- Why this job: Join us to protect critical infrastructure while contributing to a clean energy future.
- Qualifications: BTEC/City & Guilds Level 3 in relevant technical disciplines is required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We are responsible for transporting gas to power stations, major industries, storage facilities, and more than half a million businesses and 24 million homes through nearly 5,000 miles of pipes across Britain. National Gas is also proud to lead the way in transforming the energy network for a clean energy future. The Physical Security Technician ensures the protection of critical infrastructure and assets through the deployment and maintenance of physical security technologies. This role involves IT Networking – configuring, managing and integrating software systems and hardware devices to keep our operational sites secure.
About the role:
- Installation, Configuration & Maintenance of Security Technologies: Lead the end-to-end deployment of physical security systems—including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and alarm systems. Integration of physical security devices and control systems into the standalone control and management technology network. Maintain asset inventories, configuration documentation, and maintenance logs to ensure full auditability and lifecycle traceability.
- Incident Response & Operational Support: Technical specialist during high priority incidents, participating in standby rotas and responding to callouts. Support SOC, field operators, and site security teams by validating alerts, verifying system statuses, and restoring service in time critical situations.
- Compliance, Standards & Quality Assurance: Follow internal security engineering standards, documented design principles, and security architectures, whilst maintaining compliance with relevant frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, BS EN standards).
- Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement: Work collaboratively with internal teams and coordinate with external vendors, integrators, and service contractors to oversee scheduled works, validate deliverables, and ensure adherence to technical specifications.
- User Training and Frontline Support: Deliver training to system users; develop user guides and training content to support consistent and safe operation of deployed technologies.
About you:
- Skilled in diagnostics, fault-finding, and root cause analysis, including component-level troubleshooting and performance optimisation.
- Strong incident response capability, able to attend critical sites, assess system failures, support investigations, and restore operational readiness under time pressure.
- Strong awareness of safety standards, site operational controls, and risk mitigation, ensuring safe working practices at critical national infrastructure sites.
Knowledge:
- Strong working knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, alarm systems, and integrated security platforms.
- Understanding of networked / IP‑based security systems, system configuration, firmware, and performance monitoring tools.
- Familiarity with field-based electrical safety expectations, and basic electrical engineering principles.
Qualifications:
- BTEC / City & Guilds Level 3 in CCTV, Intruder Detection Systems, Access Control or equivalent technical discipline is required.
- Manufacturer-specific system accreditations, networking fundamentals, or security technology qualifications are advantageous.
What we can offer you:
- Annual performance bonus
- 34 days holiday (inc. statutory days) - plus option to buy/sell 5 additional days
- Double-match pension – every £1 you put in, we add £2
- Opt‑In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, car plan and more
- Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness
- Excellent family friendly provisions – maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ surrogacy/ shared parental leave
Other nice-to-know’s:
- This role is based in Birmingham, and will require 5 days per week onsite during training period.
- Driver required as there will be travel across the UK to operational sites, especially once the role is established.
Security clearance: The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
Physical Security Technician in Birmingham employer: National Gas
National Gas offers a double-match pension scheme and 34 days holiday, fostering a diverse workforce. Located in Birmingham, the team plays a crucial role in securing Britain's energy supply and transitioning to renewable sources.
