The Vacancy

As a Fire & Security Apprentice your training will include:

• Examine Fire and Security Systems to locate problems or issues along with recommendations in accordance with British Standards or regulations.
• Test and service backup batteries for fire and security systems and check programs and verify systems are functional.
• Diagnose system faults and respond where possible.
• Mount and fix and Terminate Fire alarm and security systems along with ancillary items.
• Maintain fire and security systems in accordance with the British Standards and Manufacturers regulations.
• Review and understand electrical drawings or building blueprints and follow design details.
• Install electrical cables in accordance with the design drawings in all types of premises, including conduits, tray work and bracketry.
• Inspect installations by others; review install methods and suggest alternative install ideas.
• Read manuals and keep yourself up to date with the latest technology advances in the fire and security industry.
• Demonstrate systems for customers, answer technical questions and offer advice.
• Grow very strong customer focus skills to provide the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] quality service provision.
• Program fire and security systems, reviewing and implementing the cause and effect process.
• Understand the consequences of programming systems and their effect on other building integrated life safety systems.
• Provide customers with a can-do attitude and actions.
• Communicate with customers to identify their needs and assess their risks for both fire and security systems.
• Provide out of hours cover along with working outside of normal working hours to maintain life safety and security system integrity.
• Maintain our customer as your number one priority, keeping integrity and customer satisfaction as your key objective.
• Provide team support to other engineers and colleagues when required. Develop a network of support to maintain the quality provision.
• Ongoing progress assessments and guidance support/reviews, to meet the criteria standards and the On-the-job training and development.
• A support network of technical and experienced engineers who mentor development and support learning, assessment, and continual progress.
• A quality assessment of the learning program and skills knowledge and behaviours as a Fire and Security engineer.
• A guaranteed offer of employment at the end of the apprenticeship.

The Company

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Plc is a leading provider of customised security and fire solutions, and part of the global [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group headquartered in Japan, operating across 22 countries. We are committed not only to protecting people and property, but also to supporting our employees with a strong benefits package, excellent career development opportunities, and access to the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Rewards Programme, which offers exclusive discounts at over 900 UK retailers on groceries, travel, utilities, and more. Our commitment extends beyond our people to the planet, with sustainability at the heart of our operations. We've earned a Gold rating from EcoVadis for our sustainable practices and are actively working towards achieving net-zero emissions. With a 4.3 out of 5 rating on Glassdoor, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recognised for fostering a positive work environment where employees are valued and supported.

The Benefits

• Flexible working
• Pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• State of the art IT equipment
• Volunteer days
• Private Dental Scheme
• Life Insurance
• EAP & Counselling Services
• Discount on Gym Memberships