Apprentice Security Engineer

Apprentice Security Engineer

Are you ready to start your engineering career in the security industry? At Johnson Controls, we're on the hunt for enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic Security team. By joining the Johnson Controls team as an Apprentice Security Engineer you'll be joining global leader in engineering and integrated solutions.

You’ll work with innovative technology and solutions in the Security sector. You'll learn hands-on, installing, maintaining, and understanding security systems that protect individuals and businesses. Mentored by experienced engineers, you'll gain real-world experience, with access to top training facilities.

Why Choose Us: At Johnson Controls, we're not just another company - we're leaders in the Security sector, with groundbreaking technology and solutions that make a real difference. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work on a variety of exciting sites shaping the future of safety and security worldwide.

What you will do:

• As a Security Engineer you'll dive into a hands-on role where every day brings exciting challenges and opportunities for growth. From installing cutting-edge security systems to fine-tuning CCTV networks, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring safety and security for homes and businesses.
• You will work closely with an experienced team of engineers learning how to protect individuals, homes and properties from risk and danger.
• This involves installing and maintaining security systems intrusion detection, CCTV systems, and access control systems.
• This role primarily focuses on security projects where you will be given experience on both the installation and service teams.
• You will be traveling daily to client premises across a variety of sites: domestic, commercial, retail, and more.
• This is a field-based position where regular travel and overnight stays are a requirement of the role. Our team covers sites in London to Sheffield and in between.
• Our engineers are based in the Slough area, ideally the apprentice will be located within driving distance of Slough.
• On-the-job training will be provided working closely with our experienced Security engineers, many of these engineers have also been through our apprenticeship scheme so they are the perfect mentors to guide you through the apprenticeship.

What we offer:

• Competitive annual wage.
• Earn extra with Overtime & Travel time pay.
• Enjoy 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Structured training plan and ongoing support throughout.
• Company Vehicle, uniform, all personal protection equipment, and ongoing training.

Training and Qualifications:

• You will be enrolled on a level 3 Fire Emergency and Security Systems Technician qualification delivered by Banham Academy, alongside fellow Johnson Controls apprentices. You will study the security pathway as part of this role.
• You will attend on a block release basis training and receive on-the-job guidance from experienced mentors and engineers.
• You will be trained in the installation and testing techniques of security systems, including alarms, intrusion detection, CCTV systems and access control systems.

Career Progression:

• Upon completion, a number of internal opportunities within the company will be available to you. All of our apprentices immediately move into full time permanent engineering positions.
• Previous apprentices have become lead engineers, managing their own teams and projects.

Qualifications Required:

• GCSE or equivalent in English (Grade 5)
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths (Grade 5)
• Full Driving License is essential.

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities:

• IT & communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Excellent work ethic and willingness to improve.
• Availability to travel regularly as this is a field-based role.
• Comfortable working at heights.

What happens next?

• Suitable candidates will have a screening call with a recruiter to discuss the position and provide necessary documentation. Afterward, you will be invited to an assessment centre in May, assessment centres typically include a combination of activities such as group problem-solving tasks, individual interviews, and presentations.
• Within 48 hours of the assessment centre, candidates will receive a response regarding the outcome of their application. If successful, they can begin the apprenticeship on September 2, 2024.