At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist engineers in installing and servicing safety and security systems while gaining valuable qualifications.
- Company: Join a leading public sector organisation in Newcastle with a focus on safety and security.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, a pension scheme, healthcare programmes, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Great opportunity for growth in a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in tech while making a real difference in safety and security.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 5 or above; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 18000 £ per year.
Apprentice Safety & Security Apprenticeship opportunity in Newcastle.
Location: Newcastle.
Salary: £18k.
Type: Apprenticeship.
Sector: Public Sector.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Role includes a government recognised apprenticeship course with a formal qualification on completion, which includes day release and work-based training.
- Assist senior engineers with installation, commissioning and servicing of a wide range of field equipment: Fire and Intruder Alarm systems, CCTV, Access Control, Audio Visual, Public address & Voice Alarm systems.
- Assist senior engineers with retrofit upgrades/extensions to existing systems as part of remedial works packages.
- Provide high levels of customer service.
- Develop an understanding of site plans to allow installs to be carried out based on site survey documentation.
- Complete documentation in line with company standards.
- Work within strict H&S guidelines.
- Develop knowledge and build experience to advise customers on the latest products and services to improve efficiency.
- Ensure assigned work is effectively delivered, completed on time, and to required quality standards.
- Ensure all works are recorded using business systems and each job is signed off by the client.
- Ensure site Health and Safety compliance and escalate any immediate issues to line management.
- Represent the company professionally.
Qualifications & Certifications Required:
- DBS clearance (for working in public sector environments).
- Work towards earning certifications: ECS Card, IPAF/PASMA/Asbestos Awareness certification.
- Full UK manual driving licence.
- Must be over 18 due to Company Insurance Policy.
Desirable experience:
- Desire to work in the safety and security industry and interest in technology products.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team under guidance.
- Flexible and self-motivated, taking pride in work.
- Knowledge of industry standard manufacturers: Bosch, Dahua, Genetec, Gent, Advanced, Gallagher, PAC, Win-Pak, Veracity, Milestone.
Entry Requirements
- GCSE in English & Maths – Grade 5 (C) or above.
- Full UK driving licence & own transport.
- Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions.
- Good physical health; job may be labour intensive.
- Team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, love for technology and engineering.
- Any experience working with electrics would be a bonus, but not essential.
- Physically fit, comfortable working at high and low heights.
- Willingness to learn and genuine interest in the wider fire and security industry.
- National grade 5 (or equivalent) for English, Maths and Science, or above.
- Excellent timekeeping.
- Strong work ethic.
- Trustworthy.
- Excellent team player with fantastic customer service skills.
Benefits
- Generous holiday entitlement 25 days.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Healthcare and wellbeing programmes.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs.
- Employee assistance programmes.
Apprentice Safety & Security Engineer in Washington employer: North
Join us as an Apprentice Safety & Security Engineer in Newcastle, where you'll embark on a rewarding journey with a government-recognised apprenticeship that combines formal qualifications with hands-on experience. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee growth, offering generous benefits such as 25 days of holiday, a contributory pension scheme, and professional development opportunities, all while working in a dynamic public sector environment that values teamwork and innovation.
We think you need these skills to ace Apprentice Safety & Security Engineer in Washington
Installation of Fire and Intruder Alarm systems
CCTV Systems
Access Control Systems
Audio Visual Systems
Public Address & Voice Alarm Systems
Customer Service
Site Survey Documentation Understanding
