Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer - Devon and Cornwall – Find an apprenticeship

Summary

Are you excited to kickstart your career in the dynamic realm of fire and security systems? Join Johnson Controls, a global frontrunner in the fire and security sector, and play a vital role in crafting safer environments for our diverse clientele!

Wage

£14,920 a year

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Apprentice salary is reviewed annually Earn extra with Overtime & Travel time pay

Training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Possible start date

Monday 1 September

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Embark on a thrilling journey as you install, commission, and maintain electronic systems designed to protect people, properties, and assets
Gain in-depth knowledge about our cutting-edge systems, including fire detection, intrusion detection, CCTV, and access control solutions
Hit the road in your own company van, visiting a variety of sites, from residential to commercial and retail locations
Collaborate with a dedicated team, absorbing invaluable skills that will pave the way to becoming a qualified fire and security engineer

Where you’ll work

Security House Estover Close Estover Industrial Estate Plymouth DEV United Kingdom

PL6 7PL

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

BANHAM ACADEMY LIMITED

Your training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Comply with safety legislation, codes of practice, risk assessments, method statements, safe systems of work and apply control measures.
Complete functionality tests of systems and components during commissioning systems.
Apply and implement system design, planning and installations including additional components to existing systems.
Carry out takeover procedure, diagnose and repair faults.
Operate ICT equipment and systems to store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit or receive digital data and electronic information.
Comply with environmental and sustainability, regulations and standards.
Complete functionality tests of systems and components during handover of systems.
Carries out risk assessments.
Communicate with others verbally for example, internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers using sector specific terminology.
Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, as part of a team. Consult and engage with occupants or others who are or could be affected by work (for example vulnerable, older, and disabled people) and respond appropriately.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders using sector specific terminology through written means.
Plan and install systems cabling.
Carry out maintenance activities on fire detection and alarm systems and their components.
Carry out maintenance activities on intrusion alarm, access control, video surveillance (CCTV) and their components.
Comply with safety legislation, codes of practice, risk assessments, method statements, safe systems of work and apply control measures.
Complete functionality tests of systems and components during commissioning systems.
Apply and implement system design, planning and installations including additional components to existing systems.
Carry out takeover procedure, diagnose and repair faults.
Operate ICT equipment and systems to store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit or receive digital data and electronic information.
Comply with environmental and sustainability, regulations and standards.
Complete functionality tests of systems and components during handover of systems.
Carries out risk assessments.
Communicate with others verbally for example, internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers using sector specific terminology.
Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, as part of a team. Consult and engage with occupants or others who are or could be affected by work (for example vulnerable, older, and disabled people) and respond appropriately.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders using sector specific terminology through written means.
Plan and install systems cabling.
Carry out maintenance activities on fire detection and alarm systems and their components.
Carry out maintenance activities on intrusion alarm, access control, video surveillance (CCTV) and their components.

Your training plan

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying

More training information

Enrol in a Level 3 Fire Emergency and Security Systems Technician qualification delivered by Banham Academy alongside fellow Johnson Controls apprentices
Engage in block release basis training and receive on-the-job guidance from experienced mentors and engineers

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade Grade 5)
Maths (grade Grade 5)

Other in:

Full UK Driving Licence (grade Full)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Patience
Physical fitness

Other requirements

This exciting opportunity is field-based, meaning you will collaborate with our skilled engineers while traveling to our customers' sites daily. The role may require heavy lifting and working at heights.

About this company

Johnson Controls is a global leader in technology and industry, serving customers in over 150 countries. Our mission is to create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, and integrated infrastructure. We welcome individuals with a passion for engineering to join us in shaping a better tomorrow through our diverse range of projects and opportunities.

Company benefits

Competitive basic salary with fantastic additional earning potential and a Company Pension - Enjoy 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - Gear up with a Company Vehicle, uniform, personal protection equipment, and ongoing training

After this apprenticeship

Upon completing this apprenticeship, numerous internal opportunities within the company will be available to you
Many of our previous apprentices have advanced to lead engineers, managing their own teams and projects

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