Apprentice Security Engineer Technician

Apprentice Security Engineer required to install and maintain Intruder Alarms, CCTV, Access Control & Fire Alarm systems. Full training given, including college block release. Full UK driving licence is an advantage. 

Role

You will be trained to install & maintain Intruder Alarms, CCTV, Access Control and Fire Alarm systems. 
This is an exciting and rewarding role for someone with a passion for engineering. Duties include: 

  • Installing, servicing & maintaining appropriate equipment 
  • Adhering to safe working practices & able to take instruction 
  • Using power tools, lifting, carrying & climbing ladders providing excellent customer service.  

Training

The successful candidate will be fully supported by a workplace mentor while undertaking the Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship. 
This apprenticeship lasts 3 years and takes place at Banham Academy in Wimbledon, London. Training is delivered via block release with each block lasting 5 days. There are fifteen blocks in all. 

On successful completion of the FESS apprenticeship, we aim to offer a full-time position as a qualified engineer within our company. 

Apprenticeship Standard
Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
Training Provider
BANHAM ACADEMY LIMITED
Working Week
8.30 am – 5.30 pm Monday to Friday.
Expected Duration
3 Years
Positions Available
6
Closing Date
Tuesday, 18th August 2026
Start Date
Monday, 5th October 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Resilience

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade 4/C or above (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE, grade C/4 or above (Essential)

About the Employer

BANHAMS PATENT LOCKS LIMITED
Celebrating our Centenary, Banham is a family-owned, family-run business that has been providing security solutions since 1926. With a dedicated Academy, we provide one of the top Apprenticeship schemes for anyone looking to start and build their career within this industry. As an Apprentice Fire and Security Technician with Banham you will have the opportunity to become a qualified engineer whilst gaining your Level 3 certificate and continuing your career with a business that has been established for almost 100 years. Studying within the Banham Academy on a block-release basis, you will work alongside qualified engineers across Maintenance, Service, and Installation departments out in the field and have a dedicated mentor and guide assigned to you that will be there to support you through your journey with us! Our dedicated employees live and breathe collaboration; they inspire and learn from each other while upholding our core values of Family, Pride and Trust combined with our standards of Banham People, Personal Service & Uncompromising Quality.

Job Details

Company
BANHAMS PATENT LOCKS LIMITED
Location
20 Thornsett Road, London, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£28,089 a year
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