Installation/Service Apprentice Engineer

Join Vanguard Alarms, an NSI Gold accredited security company, and build your career working with CCTV, intruder alarms and access control systems. You'll gain hands-on experience, expert support from experienced engineers, and excellent opportunities for long-term development in a growing business.

In your first few months, you'll work closely with experienced engineers to build your skills and confidence across a range of security system installations and maintenance activities. As your knowledge and experience grow, you'll take on greater responsibility and work more independently.

Key duties will include:

• Assisting with the installation of intruder alarm, CCTV and access control systems
• First and second fix cabling, including cable routing, containment and termination
• Installing and fixing devices such as PIRs, door contacts, cameras, readers and keypads
• Supporting panel wiring and device connections under supervision
• Attending planned maintenance visits alongside senior engineers
• Testing devices and reporting findings accurately
• Replacing consumable parts, including batteries, fuses and other basic components
• Completing job documentation and job sheets accurately on site
• Following safe working practices and using tools correctly
• Maintaining tidy vehicles, equipment and work areas
• Representing the company professionally when interacting with customers
• Developing an understanding of industry standards, compliance requirements and the security systems used across our customer base

• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Physical fitness
• Time management
• Reliable
• Self-motivated
• Honest

• English GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
• Mathematics GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)