Security Systems Engineer

Job Title: Security Systems Engineer

Location: Hinkley Point - Somerset

Pay Range/details: £45,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Omega are supporting with an exciting opportunity for a Security Systems Engineer to join a new site-based engineering team at Hinkley Point in Somerset. The project will involve working with world-class enterprise electronic security systems and is suitable for experienced candidates as well as those with a solid foundation in electronic security systems and a strong desire to advance their skills and knowledge.

Key Responsibilities – Security Systems Engineer

• Attend to reactive fault calls as directed by the team coordinators and/or Senior Site Engineer, with rectification of fault on first visit being a critical KPI.
• Carry out a rolling programme of preventative maintenance as scheduled by the team coordinators and/or Senior Site Engineer.
• Carry out additional installation and commissioning works as directed by team coordinators and/or Senior Site Engineer.
• Assist Senior Site Engineer and Technical Lead in the pre-production test environment before release into the live environment.
• Assist the Design Team in conducting surveys around the site for additional works.
• Accurate collection and recording of site hardware and software configuration information in conjunction with the CAD Engineer.
• Assist the site-based Health and Safety Lead and Project Director in ensuring audits are carried out for quality procedures.
• In conjunction with the Senior Site Engineer and Health & Safety Manager, to assist in the production of Risk Assessments, Method Statements and other documentation as required to gain Permits to Work promptly
• Proactively interact with other site-based teams, build a good rapport, and ensure the smooth flow of information to enable the efficient operation of the site.
• Work in absolute compliance with all site procedures and embrace the customer’s ‘Zero Harm to People and the Environment’ mantra.

Qualifications & Requirements – Security Systems Engineer

• A minimum of 5 years of experience installing and/or servicing a broad product base within the electronic security industry – typically Access.
• Control, CCTV and Intruder alarm systems.
• Broad IT knowledge, e.g., software installation into Windows Operating Systems, IP-based systems and networking principles.
• Knowledge of basic electrical principles such as measuring voltage, resistance and current. A basic understanding of electrical components, such as
• relays and resistors.
• Attention to detail is crucial to ensure that all paperwork is completed correctly and procedures are followed within the allotted timeframes.
• An enthusiastic team player who can work well under pressure and always maintain a professional approach.
• Comfortable working irregular hours and being on a 24/7 call rota.
• 5-year checkable employment history & Right to work in the UK/EU unrestricted.

What we can offer – Security Systems Engineer

• Great pension.
• 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Extensive further product and H&S training.
• Perks at work scheme.
• Career progression.

For more information on this role, please contact Michael Farrell on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

Candidates who are currently a Security Systems Engineer, Security Engineer, Systems Engineer or a Fire & Security Engineer may be suitable for this position.

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