Apprentice Engineer

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice Security Engineer at CJ Electratech Ltd, based in Sunniside Newcastle upon Tyne. The successful candidate would be joining a team of engineers with over 30 years of experience and would undertake a dynamic and exciting job role, where every day can be different.

Wage

£19,500 a year

Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Hours

8:30am-4:30pm Mon-Friday 37.5 hours per week, 30 minutes.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Wednesday 21 May 2025

Duration

2 years 9 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

CJ Electratech are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and reliable individual, looking for a career in Security System installation, to join their talented team.

The purpose of the role is to carry out the installation and maintenance of all electronic systems used in the security industry, such as intruder alarm, access control, CCTV and audio/visual systems.

Duties to include:

Installation & maintenance of security systems and fire alarms
Assisting company engineers with their duties
Drilling holes / using a cordless drill and a range of hand tools
Commissioning, testing, and fault finding
Reactive & preventative maintenance
Liaising with site personnel
Completion of all relevant job paperwork
Following health & safety guidelines
Handover & training of systems to customers
Provide outstanding service to customers and build solid working relationships
Clean and tidy appearance in uniform
Probationary period applies

Where you’ll work

191 KINGSWAY
SUNNISIDE
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE16 5XW

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

ACCESS TRAINING 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

Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Level 3 apprenticeship standard – will attend fortnightly day release at our Team Valley training centre.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

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
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative

Other requirements

Please note this role may involve working at height or occasionally in small spaces. Candidates should be capable of heavy lifting and the carrying of materials and tools. Due to the nature of the work, some flexibility with working hours may be required from time to time. Candidates may required to work away from home occasionally. Driving licence and access to own transport is required for this role. Candidates will be required to drive to Sunniside each morning to start work.

About this company

Since established in 2005, CJ Electratech have continued to grow and now have a team of 5 highly experienced engineers. Soon after starting the business, the company managed to secure contracts with various government departments and commercial businesses, and now works with major brands such as Barbour. The engineer’s knowledge and experience has allowed them to grow the business based on their pride in the quality of installation and service that they provide.

After this apprenticeship

The successful applicant would have excellent long-term prospects, with the opportunity to develop as the company continues to grow.

As the apprentice develops in the role, they will be given more responsibility and increased independent working.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is: