Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer
This apprenticeship trains apprentice technicians to design, install, commission, and maintain electronic life-safety and security systems, including fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and intruder alarms.
Role
- Install, maintain and upgrade Access Control systems
- Install, maintain and upgrade Video Surveillance systems
- Install, maintain and upgrade Intruder Alarms systems
- Install, maintain and upgrade Fire Alarms systems
- Work alongside experienced engineers to ensure properties remain safe and secure
Training
The apprenticeship training is delivered by Skills for Security, specialists in fire and security training.
You’ll train through block release at our Watford centre, for one week every eight weeks (Tuesday–Friday).
You’ll work towards a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship, gaining real skills and a nationally recognised qualification.
To become a full-time fire and security engineer, with future job prospects as part of the Obsequio Group.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- SKILLS FOR SECURITY LIMITED
- Working Week
- Monday - Friday. Generally 8:30am - 5pm.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years
- Positions Available
- 2
- Closing Date
- Saturday, 22nd August 2026
- Start Date
- Monday, 2nd November 2026
Desired Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Electrics
- Fault Finding
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
About the Employer
APS Security & Fire Ltd
APS Security & Fire are an NSI Gold approved company with 20+ years of experience in the fire and security engineering industry, dedicated exclusively to serving commercial clients. They design, install, monitor, and maintain intruder alarms, fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and integrated security systems.