Safety & Security Maintenance Engineer

North builds stronger networks and creates smarter places. Our intelligent technology solutions and robust network infrastructures transform the way people, places, and organisations work. And we focus our expertise on working in three specialist sectors: public services, enterprise & data centres, and defence & justice.

Our people are industrious and inventive. We collaborate closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and challenges and take pride in delivering impactful solutions that make their environments better connected, simpler to manage, safer to be in, and more efficient to run.

The work we do at North is pioneering and fun. We build meaningfully, we think bigger, and we always advance. Our diverse range of customers and services make every day different. We always look at things from the customer’s point of view. Our values are know your craft, know your colleagues, know your customers and know how to connect.  At North, we know and value the power of connecting people, skills and technologies in new and exciting ways.

Description of Role

We are looking for ambitious people who have previous experience in a trade or specialism and are looking for a new and exciting career in the Safety and Security industry. If you are looking for your next challenge, are keen to learn new skills & technologies, take pride in your work, and have previous skills ‘on the tools’, North wants to hear from you.

Our Safety and Security engineering team, is at the heart of our business. Multi-skilled across multiple technologies and product ranges, our engineers possess a wide range of knowledge built up over many years. Customer service oriented and driven to deliver the very best levels of engineering, our engineers take pride in their daily work.

This role will report to the Lead Supervisor Engineer and includes a structured personal development programme of mentored training linked to progression milestones with salary increments and the opportunity to learn on the job, working with experienced colleagues. Development through the Advance at North programme will incorporate CCTV, Access Control, Fire, and intruder systems, from basic cabling through installation to commissioning and provides a fast-track route to becoming a qualified Safety and Security engineer.

Responsibilities

• Install, Commission and Servicing of our wide range of field equipment including, Fire and Intruder Alarms systems, CCTV, Access Control, Audio Visual, Public address & Voice Alarm systems
• Retrofit upgrades / extensions to existing systems as part of remedial works packages.
• Provide high levels of customer services.
• Understanding site plans, to allow installs to take part based on site survey documentation.
• Reactive call outs to site, with an aim to provide a first-time fix.
• Provide on-site technical support and solutions to customers during both reactive and planned visits.
• Complete documentation in line with company standards.
• Work within strict H&S guidelines.
• Work as part of a 24/7 on call rota.
• Advise customers on the latest products and services to improve efficiency.

Certifications/Qualifications

Have or work towards gaining the following;

• DBS clearance (for working in public sector environments)
• FESS Qualification
• Asbestos Awareness certification
• ECS Card
• IPAF (Access Platform license)
• PASMA (Scaffold Tower license)

A Full UK driving licence is essential for the role

Experience:

• Must be able to work independently, and as part of a team under the guidance of the senior engineer.
• Flexible and self-motivated taking pride in your work.
• Keen to develop knowledge of industry standard manufacturers products such as Bosch, Dahau, Genetec, Gent, Advanced, Gallagher, PAC, Win-Pak, Veracity, Milestone.

Skills:

• Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• A practical skillset
• Good administration skills with working knowledge of business systems and mainstream applications e.g., Microsoft Office 365.
• Excellent team player and relationship builder
• Project oriented but can interchange on service-related tasks when required. 

COMPANY VALUES: 

At North we embrace the following values: 

• Know Your Craft: We strive for excellence in our work, continuously learning and adapting to stay at the forefront of our industry. 
• Know Your Colleagues: We value collaboration, diversity, and mutual respect, fostering a workplace where everyone's contributions are recognized and celebrated. 
• Know Your Customers: We are dedicated to understanding and exceeding our customers' expectations, delivering products/services that make a positive impact on their lives. 
• Know How to Connect: Building meaningful connections is at the core of our success. We value open communication, teamwork, and relationships that go beyond the surface. 

North rewards employees with a competitive market salary and an excellent benefits package and offers fantastic opportunities for progression throughout the company. Further details of package on offer will be discussed at application stage. North is an equals opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For further detail on the company and what it is like to work for North then please visit our website North.tech