Security Engineer

Job Description:

Security Engineer

Location: Coventry & surrounding areas
Salary: From £40,000 DOE
Overtime | Call-out rota | Permanent role

I’m currently supporting a well-established, NSI & BAFE approved security provider operating from a regional office covering Coventry and the surrounding areas. Due to continued workload and contract demand, they’re looking to add an experienced Security Engineer to their engineering team.

This is a full-time, permanent position offering strong earning potential, overtime and long-term stability within a reputable business.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for a varied workload across electronic security systems, including:

• Installation of intruder alarm systems

• Preventative maintenance visits

• Fault finding and reactive breakdowns

• Occasional servicing cover during holiday or sickness periods

• Small associated remedial electrical works where required

The role suits an engineer who is confident fault finding, organised in their approach and comfortable working independently in the field.

What They’re Looking For

• Proven experience installing and servicing intruder alarm systems

• Background within the electronic security industry

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

• Knowledge of Risco intruder systems highly advantageous

• Experience with Access Control, CCTV and Fire Alarms beneficial

• Reliable, self-motivated and keen to continue learning

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Minimum 1 year experience with electronic security and/or fire systems

• Full UK driving licence

Salary, Travel & Benefits

• Basic salary starting from £40,000, dependent on experience

• Overtime available

• Call-out rota included

Travel:
Any travel exceeding 1 hour to site and 1 hour from site is paid as overtime.

Holiday entitlement:

• 20 days holiday, rising to 25 days with length of service

Interested?

If you’re a Security Engineer based in or around Coventry and open to a role offering stability, earning potential and a supportive working environment, I’d be happy to speak with you.