Job Description

About The Company

Established in 1986 CSS Ltd is one of Scotland's largest independent family run security companies. We are an NSI Gold and BAFE Accredited Installer and Maintainer of Electronic Security and Fire Detection Systems.

As a company we pride ourselves on valuing and supporting our employees, whilst creating a rich and rewarding environment to work. This is an excellent opportunity with long-term prospects and job security for the right applicant.

The Role

We are actively seeking an experienced Multi-Disciplined Installation Alarm Engineer to join our Installation Engineering Team.

Please note that although the job is posted with Glasgow as the location, this is a field-based position that will require working across the Central Belt of Scotland (this will include Edinburgh and the Lothians).

The successful candidate will report to the Installation Field Engineering Manager and will be responsible for carrying out high-quality Intruder Alarm, Fire Alarm, Access Control and IP CCTV installations in accordance with contract requirements. They must be professional and uphold the highest levels of customer service in their day-to-day activities. They should be multi-disciplined in the installation of all security systems.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Carry out all installations in accordance with company procedures and system requirements

Ensure all installation work is carried out to a high standard within agreed timescales

Resolve issues that may arise by identifying problems and finding resources to offer solutions

Report any deviation between installed system and specification to your Field Engineering Manager

Ensure all relevant documentation is completed accurately and on time. This includes site paperwork, expense forms & timesheets

Champion a health and safety culture to ensure the safety and wellbeing oneself and customers on site

Candidate Specification

Experience

Industry on the job experience is essential (at least 2 years on the job is preferred).

An Industry apprenticeship is not essential but would be beneficial.

Skills & Knowledge

Use of laptop for IP CCTV systems, door access and fire alarm systems

Broad industry knowledge of both products and standards

Ability to take responsibility

Calm under pressure

Ability to multi-task, plan and prioritise

Good face-to-face interaction with customers

Excellent time management

Core Behaviours

Hard working

Team player

Interest in developing further skills

Problem solver and decision-maker

A full clean valid UK Driving Licence is essential.

As the successful candidate will be working in a range of Residential, Commercial and Public Sector sites across Scotland, the company employee vetting procedure will be carried out.

Salary

Starting Salary from 32,000 per annum, however this may be negotiable depending on experience.

Hours

08:30-17:00hrs Monday-Friday (40 hours per week)

Location

Field based covering sites across Scotland (both West and East Postcodes). Required to report to Glasgow (G22) and Stirling (FK7) company office locations when required.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Company Pension 29 days annual leave entitlement, increasing to 33 days with length of service Company Vehicle Other benefits in line with service
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Security Systems Installation: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person