Apprentice Fire & Security Engineer - Stevenage
SCUTUM GROUP UK LIMITED
Stevenage, SG1 5QU
Closes on Sunday 1 December
Posted on 3 October 2024
Contents
Summary
Scutum are proud to announce the next intake of engineering apprentices to Scutum Academy. Apprentices will be inducted and educated in the Scutum philosophy and what is expected of a Scutum apprentice. Thereafter, they will return to their Regional Company, where they will complete on the job training whilst attending ‘Technical College Training
- Annual wage
- £18,500 a year
- Training course
- Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday- Friday
Shifts to be confirmed
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Wednesday 1 January
- Duration
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3 Years
- Positions available
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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
Scutum Group are a leading nationwide independent provider of world class fire and security solutions and are looking for high quality Fire & Security Engineer apprentices to join Scutum Academy in January 2025.
Candidates should be reliable, motivated and demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic approach to learning and developing their skills, and a passion for the Fire and Security industry. A confident communicator is essential with good spoken and written English and computer skills.
A full, UK Driving Licence is essential. Candidates will be required to commit to working at various locations in the UK and be expected to work outside of core hours to meet the requirements of the role.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Security maintenance and fire alarm maintenance to include CCTV/Intruder and Access Control
- Electrical and electronic principles - including codes of practice, commissioning, design criteria and installation, testing and maintenance techniques
- Testing and maintaining different systems - including a range of fire, emergency, and security systems
- System technologies - including storing, retrieving, manipulating, transmitting, and receiving electronic data across a range of information communication technology (ICT) applications
- Using ICT tools and equipment - including email, mobile devices, personal computers, and web applications
- Communications - including communication styles and communicating in a clear, articulate, and appropriate manner
- Specialist fire, security, fire and emergency lighting or fire and Security Technician skills
- Health and safety practices, regulations and legislation within fire, emergency, and security environments - including environmental compliance
- Candidates will be selected via CV submission and Interviews
Where you’ll work
Stevenage Area
Stevenage
SG1 5QU
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
SKILLS FOR SECURITY LIMITED
Your training course
Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Skills for Security deliver the Level 3 apprenticeship.
You will complete all training tasks allocated during your block release weeks at the training centre and gathering any site evidence needed to supplement your studies.
Complete an annual assessment at the training centre and take part in any additional training courses that the company require you to complete.
Employer/On the job training:
- College attendance is a requirement, this will be on a block release basis. The rest of the time will be spent working within a Scutum Company.
- On the job experience and training partnered with a qualified installation/service engineer throughout the 3 year course
- Scutum specific induction training
- Panel Manufacturer Training
- Scutum Engineer will provide onsite training.
- Installation of equipment
- Install cabling
- Servicing on all alarm systems
- Commissioning on all alarm systems
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Maths (grade 4)
- English Language (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
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
The apprenticeship is up to 36 months and therefore, full commitment is required. The start date for this apprenticeship is January 2025. The salary for the first year is £18.5, increasing annually throughout the 3 year apprenticeship.
About this company
Scutum Group UK Ltd specialises in advanced safety and security solutions, covering areas like fire protection, electronic security, and digital defense. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, they deliver top-tier services across Europe and the U.S. This makes Scutum a trusted partner for their clients security needs.
After this apprenticeship
- To become a fully trained engineer in Fire, Emergency and Security Systems
- Be a valued employee of Scutum Group
- Company Vehicle
- Competitive Salary
- Professional Development
- Employee Health Assurance Programme
- Death in Service Benefits
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SKILLS FOR SECURITY LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000280545.
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Closes on Sunday 1 December
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