Security Systems / IT & Communications Engineer

• Install, maintain, test and commission electronic security and communications systems.
• Install and terminate structured network and communications cabling.
• Configure and fault-find IP-based systems and network equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify system faults efficiently and professionally.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive service work.
• Work with IP CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, ANPR and associated technologies.
• Complete installation and service documentation accurately.
• Interpret technical drawings, diagrams and system specifications.
• Carry out testing and commissioning of installed systems.
• Work professionally and courteously on customer premises.
• Liaise with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders as required.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction and service delivery.
• Participate in the company’s on-call rota.
• Travel to customer sites throughout the North West and other areas when required.

The role will involve working across a variety of commercial customer sites, carrying out installation, maintenance, testing, commissioning and fault-finding of electronic security and communications systems.

Ideally, you will already have experience within the electronic security industry.

However, we are also interested in candidates from related technical backgrounds who have strong practical engineering skills and the right attitude to learn.

If you have experience in IT networking, structured cabling, telecommunications, electrical engineering, electronic engineering or a similar technical discipline, but don’t have extensive security systems experience, we would still like to hear from you., Experienced Security Engineers

We would particularly welcome applications from engineers with experience in:

• Electronic security systems
• Intruder alarm systems
• IP CCTV
• Access control
• ANPR
• Networked security systems
• Installation, commissioning and fault-finding
• Service and maintenance

Experience with systems such as Galaxy / Honeywell would be advantageous.

Related Technical Engineers

We are also keen to hear from engineers with experience in:

• IT networking
• Network installation and configuration
• Structured data cabling
• Cat5e / Cat6 / Cat6A
• Fibre optic cabling
• Telecommunications
• Electrical engineering
• Electronic engineering
• Network switches, routers and wireless systems
• IP-based technologies
• Technical installation and fault-finding

Security industry experience is desirable but is not essential for the right candidate., * Strong practical and technical ability.

• Experience in an engineering, IT, networking, communications, electrical, electronic or security environment.
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional approach with good customer service skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to high standards of workmanship.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• Flexibility to participate in an on-call rota.

Relevant qualifications would be advantageous but we are more interested in practical ability, attitude and willingness to learn than qualifications alone.

Desirable Experience

Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:

• Galaxy / Honeywell Intruder Alarm Systems
• IP CCTV Systems
• Access Control Systems
• ANPR Systems
• BS 8418 CCTV systems
• Structured network cabling
• Fibre optics
• Network switches and routers
• TCP/IP networking
• Telecommunications systems
• Other electronic security technologies
• Manufacturer-specific protocols and systems

Training & Career Development

Don’t have all the experience listed above? Don’t let that put you off.

We are willing to invest in the right person.

If you have a strong technical background in IT, networking, communications, cabling, electrical or electronic engineering, we can provide training to develop your knowledge of electronic security systems.

You will work alongside experienced MPS engineers and have the opportunity to develop skills across a broad range of technologies.

We are looking for people who want to build a long-term career, not simply take their next job.

Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 basic salary, depending on experience and expertise, with attractive OTE available through overtime and on-call work., At MPS, we recognise that our engineers are fundamental to the success of our business. We offer a comprehensive package designed to reward experience, performance and commitment.

• Excellent basic salary, tailored to your experience and expertise.
• Competitive OTE through overtime and on-call work.
• Overtime paid at a premium rate of 1.5x.
• Door-to-door travel time paid.
• On-call allowance and call-outs paid at 1.5x.
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided.
• Company tablet, laptop and mobile phone.
• Power tools, ladders, test equipment and other equipment provided.
• Extensive training and career development opportunities.
• Manufacturer and industry training where appropriate.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee rewards and voucher schemes.

Ideal Candidate Location

We are particularly interested in candidates based within the West Midlands Region, ideally in or around:

Birmingham, Coventry.

The role involves travel to customer sites, and candidates must be comfortable travelling as required.

Why Join Maximum Protection Services?

You will be joining an established, financially secure security solutions business with over 30 years of industry experience, long-standing customer relationships and an experienced in-house engineering team.

We invest in our people and provide the training, equipment and support needed to develop your technical skills and build a long-term career with MPS.

Whether you are an experienced Security Systems Engineer or an engineer from an IT, networking, communications, electrical or electronic background looking to move into the security industry, we would like to hear from you.

Maximum Protection Services Ltd (MPS) has been delivering intelligent, innovative and cost-effective security solutions for over 30 years.

We hold NSI Gold accreditation for Installation, Maintenance and Remote Monitoring and provide a comprehensive range of electronic security solutions, including:

• Intruder Alarm Systems
• BS 8418:2015 IP CCTV Systems
• Access Control Systems
• ANPR Systems
• Rapid Deployment CCTV Towers

Our nationwide operation is supported by a highly experienced team of in-house engineers, enabling us to provide our clients with a genuine “One Stop Solution” for their security requirements.

MPS also operates its own NSI Gold Category II approved Alarm Receiving Centre, providing a complete end-to-end security service.

We have established long-term relationships with a prestigious client base, and customer satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do.