Senior Security Systems Engineer

An Excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Security Systems Engineer to join a well-established company based in Maidstone, Kent.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: £42,000 Per Annum Basic – OTE of £47,000+

Location: Maidstone, Kent.

The Company:

They are a family owned and run NSI Gold-accredited security company, established in 2012 and based in Harrietsham, Kent. The company specialise in the design, installation, and maintenance of Intruder Alarms, Access Control, and CCTV Systems for commercial, domestic, and government clients.

Having built a reputation for excellence, designing, installing, and maintaining professional Intruder Alarms, Access Control, and CCTV Systems. Their clients trust them with everything from high-end residential properties to critical commercial and government infrastructure.

When you join them, you are not just an employee; you are a valued member of a supportive, growing family business that genuinely invests in your career.

The Opportunity:

They are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Security Systems Engineer to join their growing team. Depending on experience, you’ll be responsible for installing, maintaining, and supporting a range of security systems across London, the Southeast, and occasionally further afield.

Quoting for new business and existing clients’ upgrades along with managing installations will also become part of your role. An understanding of security networking equipment would be desirable.

They can install any make/model of security system but typically they install Texecom, AJAX, AXIS, Avigilon, Hikvision and Ubiquiti systems

Key Responsibilities:

Installation and maintenance of:

• Intruder Alarms
• IP CCTV (Smart & Networked)
• Access Control & Entry Systems
• Emergency Call Systems
• Networking equipment (if applicable)
• Fault-finding and preventative maintenance
• Remote diagnostics and occasional on-site callouts
• Working independently and as part of a team

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in similar role
• Recognised Intruder Alarm and/or CCTV course (preferred)
• Excellent customer service and attention to detail
• Full, clean UK driving license
• Must be 21+ for insurance purposes
• Able to pass BS7858:2019 security screening

Company Benefits:

• Very competitive salary + bonus
• Annual leave: 20 days + bank holidays
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Company mobile, laptop & uniform
• Private healthcare
• Company pension contribution
• Manufacturer & internal training
• Career development opportunities
• Pirkx membership & cycle-to-work scheme
• Reward and recognition initiatives

Ideal Traits

• Professional, reliable, and self-motivated with a proven track record
• Positive, solution-focused mindset
• Team player with strong communication skills
• You take pride in quality and completing tasks to a high standard
• Technical credibility

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role, then please apply now!

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.