Electronic 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.

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

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

Health, Safety & Compliance

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.

Where You'll Work

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.

About You

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.

Essential Skills & Experience

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

Strong Microsoft Office skills

High standard of personal presentation