Multi skilled Security Engineer

Multi Skilled Security Engineer

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum Average Total Earnings: £43,000 – £60,000 per annum Additional Earnings: Paid travel, on-call and overtime allowances

We are seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Security Engineer to join our service and reactive security operations team in St Albans.

This is a senior, hands-on position where you will act as the on-site technical authority, carrying out preventative maintenance, reactive fault finding and repairs across a range of electronic security systems.

You will also provide technical leadership and mentorship to the wider engineering team, acting as the escalation point for complex technical issues and helping to develop the capability of other engineers.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out preventative maintenance of electronic security systems.

Undertake reactive fault finding, diagnostics and repairs.

Act as the technical lead and escalation point for complex issues.

Provide technical guidance and best-practice support to other engineers.

Assist clients and regional teams with technical issues both remotely and face-to-face.

Use manufacturer software for system configuration, diagnostics and optimisation.

Provide professional and reliable technical support to customers.

Maintain excellent standards of customer service and communication.

Ensure all works comply with relevant British Standards, legislation and company procedures.

Maintain accurate documentation and service records.

Take responsibility for effective management of van stock.

Mentor and support team members, helping to develop their technical skills.

Represent the company professionally through high standards of workmanship and conduct.

Act as a positive values champion within the team.

Systems & Technology

You will work across a wide range of electronic security systems, including:

Intruder Alarms, Access Control

CCTV, Intercom Systems

Texecom Cloud, Dahua DoLynk

Salto KS, Paxton 10

Brivo,Other manufacturer-specific systems

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience within the electronic security industry.

• Excellent technical knowledge of security systems.

• Proven experience in fault finding, diagnostics and repairs.

• Strong understanding of system programming and configuration.

• Systematic and logical approach to problem solving.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• High standards of accuracy when completing documentation.

• Ability to work independently and take accountability for your work.

• Flexible approach to working hours when required.

• Experience mentoring or supporting other engineers would be advantageous.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be an experienced security engineer who is comfortable operating at a senior level and leading by example.

You will have a proactive and accountable approach, with a commitment to completing work correctly first time. You should be confident dealing with complex technical issues while maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach.

What We Offer

• £35,000 – £45,000 basic salary

• Average total earnings of £43,000 – £60,000

• Paid travel

• On-call allowances

• Overtime opportunities

• Commitment to work-life balance, including a 9/10-day working fortnight

• 25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service up to 35 days

• Salary sacrifice pension scheme

• Death in service insurance – 3x base salary

• Wellness & Employee Assistance Programme

• 24-hour GP and mental health support

• Continuous Professional Development through Amthal Academy and Fast Track programmes

• Quarterly development check-ins with your line manager

• Recognition programmes, including Team Member of the Month

• Annual company conference day

Why Join?

The company is committed to developing its people through ongoing training, investment and career progression. You will be supported in developing your technical expertise while having the opportunity to take on greater responsibility and influence within the engineering team.

If you are an experienced Multi Skilled Security Engineer looking for a senior technical role with excellent earning potential and opportunities for progression, please get in touch