Fire & Security Systems Engineer Apprentice

Location: Pirin Court, working across London

Qualification: Fire Emergency and Security Systems Technician Level 3

Starting salary: £17,500

When you join one of Telent’s Apprenticeship Programmes you will be working as part of a company that effects the everyday lives of people across the UK and Ireland. You will have the opportunity to grow, develop and learn from professionals whilst building your career with Telent and gaining industry leading qualifications.

The successful candidates will be learning how the essential Fire and Security Systems keeps one of the world’s most iconic transport networks safe and secure. You will be rotated across multiple engineering teams such as Detection, Suppression, Extinguisher and Fire Dampers allowing you to become a multi-skilled engineer undertaking maintenance activities, installation, repair and configuration on fire & security systems.

This hands-on apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to learn from experts while gaining real-world experience in the maintenance and installation of advanced fire alarm, emergency, and security systems across TfL's diverse range of stations, depots, and offices. Telent will provide you with essential training required to have access and work in these types of restricted environments.

Please be aware when applying, the role will require the successful individuals to work a variety of shifts, mainly nights.

What you’ll do:

• Install & commission on site equipment in line with industry requirements
• Carry out routine testing and inspections of emergency systems to ensure compliance with industry safety standards and regulations
• Work various shift patterns including nights and weekends
• Learn and master the health & safety requirements of the role and understand the importance of them
• Unload, check, handle, store and prepare all the equipment
• Work across a multitude of environments (full training given)
• Learn to complete onsite tasks in accordance with strict regulation guidance
• Collaborate with a team of engineers and technicians to respond to and resolve emergency system faults
• Maintain personal contact with other members of the team, Duty managers, Service Centre personnel, Lead Engineer, Site Person in charge, stores personnel etc.
• Work to the directions of the Training / Departmental Managers
• Learn to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams
• Work in inaccessible places in dangerous, safety critical environments
• Complete work Experience logbooks – to be produced and communicated on a Friday
• Wear the correct and always required image clothing

Who you are & what to prepare for:

This role involves working at heights, working outdoors, both day and night work and travelling and working across London. This is a hands-on and practical role. We don’t require individuals with experience as we will provide full training in all aspects of the role from how to use tools/equipment to working at heights to ensuring safe working practises. We are looking for candidates with the right attitude, commitment, and desire to learn.

You will get a mobile phone, laptop, personal protective equipment as part of the role. Although supported throughout the programme by us at Telent you will need to take ownership of your tasks and personal development. Client and customer service is critical to the services we provide customers. Must adhere to Transport at Work Act with particular attention to the Drugs and Alcohol Policy. You will be expected to commit to the shift patterns associated with this role, mainly night shifts.

Programme requirements:

• Minimum of 5 GCSE’s Grade 4 or higher (or equivalent qualification). This must include Maths, English and a Science or IT based subject.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Full UK Driving licence will have to be gained by completion of the programme.
• Must be over the age of 18 by September 2026.
• Able to adhere to our Drugs & Alcohol policy and pass a pre-employment Drugs & Alcohol assessment.

Programme Specifics:

This apprenticeship is typically 36 months in duration. Starting salary of £17,500 which will increase throughout the duration of the programme. The qualification you gain will be a Level 3 Fire Emergency and Security Systems Technician. Our chosen College provider will help support you in obtaining your qualification. You will be predominantly field based with both office and college visits as required throughout the programme. As part of the apprenticeship travel to the college will be required, Telent will support you with travel expense as per our expense policy. On completion of your apprenticeship, we hope to offer you a full-time position with Telent where you can continue to pursue your career.

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies, and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year
• Company pension scheme
• A range of family friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You’ll be part of a team of more than 2,500 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well. Brilliance brought together. We are guided by our values and behaviours: Be Inclusive, Take Responsibility, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused.