Job Description

Employer:

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Salary:

Grade H SCP26 30 39,134 - 42,806 per annum inclusive of contractual overtime (pay award pending)

Location:

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, Sefton ARC, 209 Linacre Lane, Liverpool

Contract:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Flexible Hours/Full Time

Hours:

36 hours per week. Plus 3 hours contractual overtime per week.

DBS Check:

Enhanced

Closing Date:

29/06/2025 at 23:59

Reference:

1234/25/316344

Sefton Arc Senior Alarms Technician.

Sefton MBC, 209 Linacre Lane, Bootle, Merseyside. L20 6AD.

Exciting Opportunity: Join the Sefton Arc Team!

Sefton Arc, a unique service provided by Sefton Council, is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team. We offer a variety of services to support both council-wide initiatives and external customers, including Electrical, Alarms, Careline, and an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC).

Do you have the skills to work collaboratively to engage, influence, inform, and inspire?

Role: Senior Alarms Technician

As an integral part of our central team, the Senior Alarms Technician, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of alarms engineers who carry out installation, servicing, and maintenance of a wide range of alarm systems, including intruder alarms, fire alarms, CCTV and other security systems. You will ensure that all work is completed to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction, meeting accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and support alarms engineers in their day-to-day duties. Plan and coordinate installation, maintenance, and service schedules. Ensure all systems are installed and maintained in line with industry regulations and best practices. Provide technical guidance and training to team members. Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery. Monitor performance, quality control, and compliance with health and safety standards.

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in the installation and maintenance of alarm systems. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Relevant technical qualifications and certifications (e.g., FIA, NSI, or equivalent).

What We Offer:

A role where you can make a positive impact and drive change. Opportunities to support our other programs and services in a holistic manner. Be part of a supportive and collaborative team. Opportunities for professional development and training. Make a real impact by helping to keep communities safe and secure.

Apply Now!

Join us and make a difference by achieving the best outcomes for our service users. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become a part of the Sefton Arc Team!



Provisional interview date week commencing 2nd July 2025.




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Equal Opportunities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody's identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.



We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.



If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.




Please note, we do not accept CV's (unless specified on the advert).