Apprentice Fire & Security Engineer - Taunton
Role
Apprentices will be inducted at Scutum Group HQ in Chertsey, and will be educated in the Scutum philosophy and what is expected of a Scutum apprentice.
Thereafter, they will return to their Regional Company, where they will complete on the job training whilst attending 'Technical College Training'.
This would also include some office based training to understand the service / install bookings procedures and reporting and communicating with clients.
The role is training based and would be working towards a recognised level 3 accreditation in Fire and Security Systems.
Candidates should be reliable, motivated and demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic approach to learning and developing their skills, and a passion for the Fire and Security industry. A confident communicator is essential with good spoken and written English and computer skills.
A full, UK Driving Licence is essential. Candidates will be required to commit to working at various locations in the UK and be expected to work outside of core hours to meet the requirements of the role.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Security maintenance and fire alarm maintenance to include CCTV/Intruder and Access Control
- Electrical and electronic principles - including codes of practice, commissioning, design criteria and installation, testing and maintenance techniques
- Testing and maintaining different systems - including a range of fire, emergency, and security systems
- System technologies - including storing, retrieving, manipulating, transmitting, and receiving electronic data across a range of information communication technology (ICT) applications
- Using ICT tools and equipment - including email, mobile devices, personal computers, and web applications
- Communications - including communication styles and communicating in a clear, articulate, and appropriate manner
- Specialist fire, security, fire and emergency lighting or fire and Security Technician skills
- Health and safety practices, regulations and legislation within fire, emergency, and security environments - including environmental compliance
- Candidates will be selected via CV submission and Interviews.
Employer website: https://scutum-group.com/
Training
- Full Level 3 Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills, in maths and English, if required
What SFS do:
- Deliver the Level 2 / 3 apprenticeship of your choice.
- Completing all training tasks allocated during your block release weeks at the training centre and gathering any site evidence needed to supplement your studies.
- Complete an annual assessment at the training centre and take part in any additional training courses that the company require you to complete.
- The apprenticeship standard you will achieve is the Fire, Emergency & Security Systems – Technician Level 3
College attendance is a requirement, this will be on a block release basis. The rest of the time will be spent working within a Scutum Company.
On the job experience and training partnered with a qualified installation/service engineer throughout the 3 year course
Employer / On the job training:
- Scutum specific induction training
- Panel Manufacturer Training
- Scutum Engineer will provide onsite training.
- Installation of equipment
- Install cabling
- Servicing on all alarm systems
- Commissioning on all alarm systems.
To become a fully trained engineer in Fire, Emergency and Security Systems. Be a valued employee of Scutum Group, with benefits including: - Company Vehicle - Competitive Salary - Professional Development - Health Assurance Programme - Death in Service Benefits.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- SKILLS FOR SECURITY LIMITED
- Working Week
- 08:30 – 1700 (30 min lunch).
- Expected Duration
- 36 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Saturday, 1st June 2024
- Start Date
- Monday, 3rd June 2024
Desired Skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
Qualifications
- Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4-9 (Desired)
- English Language GCSE or equivalent, grade 4-9 (Desired)
About the Employer
- Company
- SCUTUM GROUP UK LIMITED
- Location
- Unit 1G, Westpark, Chelston, Wellington, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £18,500.00
- Posted
- Company
- SCUTUM GROUP UK LIMITED
- Location
- Unit 1G, Westpark, Chelston, Wellington, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £18,500.00
- Posted