Apprentice Fire and Security Service Engineer - North England
JOHNSON CONTROLS BUILDING EFFICIENCY UK LIMITED
Manchester, M40 2WL
Closes on Sunday 13 April 2025
Posted on 10 February 2025
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Summary
Are you ready to embark on an electrifying journey in the world of fire and security systems? JCI is on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our elite team of Fire and Security Service Engineers! Become part of a global leader in the fire and security industry and make a tangible impact by creating safer environments.
- Wage
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£14,920 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Earn extra with Overtime & Travel time pay
- Training course
- Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Normal working hours will be 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday inclusive of an hour for lunch (37.5 hours per week). Hours of work may be varied at Management’s discretion
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 1 September
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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
What You’ll Do at Work
· Dive into the exciting realm of Fire and Security Engineering, where you will service, commission, and maintain systems that protect individuals, homes, and properties.
· Learn the ins and outs of our innovative fire and security systems, including intrusion detection, CCTV, and access control systems.
Work Experience:
You’ll spend significant time at our client sites, where you’ll be hands-on with servicing and repairing fire and security equipment. This invaluable experience will immerse you in the world of fire and security engineering.
Collaboration with Qualified Engineers:
· Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll work closely with skilled JCI Engineers who will mentor you, guiding your development in engineering skills. This collaborative environment guarantees the support you need to flourish.
· Hit the road in your own company van, traveling daily to client premises.
Where you’ll work
Tyco Park
Grimshaw Lane
Manchester
M40 2WL
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
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 License (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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
This exciting opportunity is field based, meaning that you will be working with our highly skilled engineers travelling between our customer's sites each day. Our work can also involve heavy lifting and working from 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 completion of this apprenticeship there are many internal opportunities within the company
Many of our previous apprentices have become lead engineers and take control of their own team and projects
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BANHAM ACADEMY LIMITED
earlycareertalent@jci.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000302168.
Apply now
Closes on Sunday 13 April 2025
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