Junior Engineer

Junior Service Engineer – CCTV & Electronic Security

Location: London

Salary: £21,000–£26,000 basic + OTE £25,000–£30,000

Recruitment: Peopleforce Recruitment – Confidential Client

The Opportunity

Peopleforce Recruitment is working with an established and growing specialist engineering business to recruit a Junior Service Engineer for its London-based team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual looking to start or progress their career within CCTV, access control and electronic security.

You may be a recent college leaver, currently working in a technical environment or looking to move into the electronic security industry. Previous security experience is beneficial but not essential.

You’ll receive hands-on training from experienced engineers, learning the latest IP technology, structured cabling and integrated security systems, with a clear pathway towards further qualifications and career progression.

The Role

You’ll join an experienced engineering team responsible for the installation, servicing and maintenance of the company's electronic security systems.

Initially, you’ll work alongside a senior engineer while learning the company’s systems, procedures and customer standards. As your experience develops, you’ll take on greater responsibility and work towards becoming a fully competent Service Engineer.

Your responsibilities will include:

Servicing and maintaining CCTV and access control systems

Assisting with installations and commissioning

Diagnosing and resolving technical faults

Working with IP, networking and structured cabling technology

Using specialist testing and diagnostic equipment

Supporting planned and reactive service work

Maintaining accurate service records and providing professional customer service

About You

We're looking for someone who is reliable, professional and genuinely interested in developing a technical career.

You should have:

A strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Good communication and teamwork skills

A practical approach to problem solving

An aptitude for technology

Good organisation and time-management skills

A professional and presentable manner when dealing with customers

Good working knowledge of PCs and digital devices

The ability to work independently as well as within a team

A full clean driving licence

Previous experience in CCTV, access control, electronics, networking, cabling, IT or another technical environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Training & Development

The successful candidate will receive a bespoke long-term training programme covering technical, practical and Health & Safety requirements.

Training will include electronic security systems, IP technology, structured cabling, fault diagnosis, diagnostic equipment and access equipment.

The company also provides career pathway planning and support towards relevant qualifications, giving you the opportunity to build a long-term career within the industry.

Package

£21,000–£26,000 basic salary depending on experience

OTE £25,000–£30,000

Company commercial vehicle

Laptop and mobile

Communications allowance

Medical cover

Pension contribution

Specialist equipment and training

Long-term training and qualification programme

Career progression planning

Location

London

The ideal candidate will live within London or have convenient access to the area.

Confidentiality

Peopleforce Recruitment is representing a confidential client, and the employer's identity will be disclosed at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

All applications and discussions will be handled with complete confidentiality. Initial interviews can be arranged outside normal working hours where required