Electronics Security Systems Engineer

Are you an experienced Electronic Security Systems Engineer with a proactive, can-do attitude and a genuine passion for security technology? If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to deliver outstanding service, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
As an Electronic Security Systems Engineer, you’ll play a key role in installing, maintaining, and supporting a wide range of electronic security solutions. You’ll be the face of Ward Security on site, working closely with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to deliver service excellence while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
This is a hands on, varied role offering genuine opportunities to develop new skills, including locksmith works and advanced security technologies.
Key Responsibilities

Installing, configuring, and commissioning:

CCTV systems
Intruder and Fire Alarms
Access Control systems
Automatic gates, barriers, and doors

Carrying out preventative maintenance visits
Diagnosing faults and responding to breakdowns efficiently
Providing on-site and remote technical support
Completing electronic job reports, installation records, and documentation
Ensuring all work meets British Standards and regulatory requirements
Delivering exceptional customer service at every touchpoint
Identifying opportunities to enhance and grow client accounts
Working collaboratively with the Operations Manager and wider team

Health, Safety & Compliance
You’ll be expected to uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental responsibility, following company policies and the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. A safe, tidy, and compliant working environment is essential.
Where You’ll Work
You’ll operate across a variety of settings including:

Commercial offices
Retail and public spaces
Residential properties

Travel across the UK is required. Overtime is paid, including travel time, and you’ll take part in a weekly on-call rota.
About You
You’re friendly, professional, and self-motivated, with a genuine desire to learn and grow. You thrive both independently and as part of a team, stay calm under pressure, and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience installing and maintaining CCTV, Access Control, Intruder and Fire Alarm systems
Hands-on knowledge of systems such as Hikvision, Paxton, Texecom, Orisec, Pyronix, and Honeywell
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Good spoken and written English
Strong time management and administration skills
Flexible approach to working hours

Experience with automatic gates, barriers, or doors
Knowledge of networked security systems
Understanding of British Standards, Quality Management, and Health & Safety
Strong Microsoft Office skills
High standard of personal presentation

Apply now and take the next step in your security engineering career with Ward Security.