Electronics Security Systems Engineer

Are you an experienced Electronic Security Systems Engineer with a proactive, can do attitude and a genuine passion for security technology? If you're looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to deliver outstanding service, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Electronic Security Systems Engineer, you'll play a key role in installing, maintaining, and supporting a wide range of electronic security solutions. You'll be the face of Ward Security on site, working closely with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to deliver service excellence while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

This is a hands on, varied role offering genuine opportunities to develop new skills, including locksmith works and advanced security technologies.

• Installing, configuring, and commissioning:
  • CCTV systems
  • Intruder and Fire Alarms
  • Access Control systems
  • Automatic gates, barriers, and doors
• Carrying out preventative maintenance visits
• Diagnosing faults and responding to breakdowns efficiently
• Providing on site and remote technical support
• Completing electronic job reports, installation records, and documentation
• Ensuring all work meets British Standards and regulatory requirements
• Delivering exceptional customer service at every touchpoint
• Identifying opportunities to enhance and grow client accounts
• Working collaboratively with the Operations Manager and wider team

You'll be expected to uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental responsibility, following company policies and the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. A safe, tidy, and compliant working environment is essential.

You'll operate across a variety of settings including:

• Commercial offices
• Retail and public spaces
• Residential properties

Travel across the UK is required. Overtime is paid, including travel time, and you'll take part in a weekly on call rota.

You're friendly, professional, and self motivated, with a genuine desire to learn and grow. You thrive both independently and as part of a team, stay calm under pressure, and take pride in delivering high quality work.

• Proven experience installing and maintaining CCTV, Access Control, Intruder and Fire Alarm systems
• Hands on knowledge of systems such as Hikvision, Paxton, Texecom, Orisec, Pyronix, and Honeywell
• Strong fault finding and problem solving skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Good spoken and written English
• Strong time management and administration skills
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Experience with automatic gates, barriers, or doors
• Knowledge of networked security systems
• Understanding of British Standards, Quality Management, and Health & Safety
• High standard of personal presentation

• Uniform and SIA Licensing savings scheme
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice scheme
• Pension and Life Assurance benefits
• In house Mental Health Team and Wellbeing Platform
• Inclusive culture recognised in Diversity Champion & International Inclusion Awards
• MIND Workplace Wellbeing Silver Award holder
• Reward membership with retail discounts, cinema tickets, gym membership, 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme, and other benefits

At Ward Security, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect, and collaboration. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals based on their qualifications, skills, and abilities. We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team members, recognising that diversity enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.