Security & Access Control Engineer

Security & Access Control Engineer required to work around the Southend area, however covering on-site/mobile across Essex and London.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Systems:
  • Fit and maintain intruder alarms, CCTV/video surveillance, and electronic access control systems.
  • Program and configure system control panels, network integration, and remote viewing apps.
• Barrier & System Operations: Operate electronic access control systems (key fobs, biometric scanners, intercoms) and physical barriers.
• Doors
  • Service, repair, or install automatic, pedestrian, or industrial doors.
• Administration & Compliance:
  • Complete digital service reports, asset logs, and certification paperwork on site.
  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and project managers, and handle emergency call-outs.

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Key Skills Needed

• Analogue and IP CCTV systems
• Intruder alarms
• Access control and door entry systems
• Full UK clean driving licence

Highly Desirable

• Gate Safe Cert, if you do not have you will need to take a day’s course on.

Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (on-site)

Training: Training will be provided for the successful applicant

Perks & Equipment: Company van (or car), company laptop, mobile phone/tablet, company pension, fuel card, and uniform provided

Overtime & Rota: Overtime available when required; out-of-hours on-call rota (one week per month with standby pay)

Checks: Full enhanced DBS check required, including BS7858 screening