Apprentice Fire & Security Engineer - Taunton

A Level 3 Apprentice Fire & Security Engineer is required. Scutum Group are a leading nationwide independent provider of world class fire and security solutions and are looking for high quality Fire & Security Engineer apprentices to join their renowned 'Scutum Academy' in 2024. We are proud to announce the next intake of engineering apprentices to Scutum Academy who will join their Taunton team. Duties include: security maintenance and fire alarm maintenance to include CCTV/intruder and access control.

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/

• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills

• Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4-9 (Desired)
• English Language GCSE or equivalent, grade 4-9 (Desired)