Summary
Due to continued growth they are now looking to employ 1 apprentice. The successful individuals will get the opportunity to work for an established employer and become a multi disciplined Fire and Security engineer.
Wage
£15,704 a year
Training course
Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Friday 4 April
Duration
3 years
Positions available
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
Solar Security are able to provide you with comprehensive and reliable security solutions, which is why they proudly present their cutting-edge police-monitored alarm systems. With a commitment to excellence and a mission to provide unmatched protection, they offer a range of security solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of your business.
You will be installing and maintaining:
* CCTV systems
* Intruder alarms
* Access systems
* Fire alarms
Where you’ll work
1st floor, 133 Loughborough Road
Leicester
LE4 5LQ
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
* Comply with safety legislation, codes of practice, risk assessments, method statements, safe systems of work and apply control measures.
* Complete functionality tests of systems and components during commissioning systems.
* Apply and implement system design, planning and installations including additional components to existing systems.
* Carry out takeover procedure, diagnose and repair faults.
* Operate ICT equipment and systems to store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit or receive digital data and electronic information.
* Comply with environmental and sustainability, regulations and standards.
* Complete functionality tests of systems and components during handover of systems.
* Carries out risk assessments.
* Communicate with others verbally for example, internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers using sector specific terminology.
* Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, as part of a team. Consult and engage with occupants or others who are or could be affected by work (for example vulnerable, older, and disabled people) and respond appropriately.
* Communicate with internal and external stakeholders using sector specific terminology through written means.
* Plan and install systems cabling.
* Carry out maintenance activities on fire detection and alarm systems and their components.
* Carry out maintenance activities on intrusion alarm, access control, video surveillance (CCTV) and their components.
* Comply with safety legislation, codes of practice, risk assessments, method statements, safe systems of work and apply control measures.
* Complete functionality tests of systems and components during commissioning systems.
* Apply and implement system design, planning and installations including additional components to existing systems.
* Carry out takeover procedure, diagnose and repair faults.
* Operate ICT equipment and systems to store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit or receive digital data and electronic information.
* Comply with environmental and sustainability, regulations and standards.
* Complete functionality tests of systems and components during handover of systems.
* Carries out risk assessments.
* Communicate with others verbally for example, internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers using sector specific terminology.
* Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, as part of a team. Consult and engage with occupants or others who are or could be affected by work (for example vulnerable, older, and disabled people) and respond appropriately.
* Communicate with internal and external stakeholders using sector specific terminology through written means.
* Plan and install systems cabling.
* Carry out maintenance activities on fire detection and alarm systems and their components.
* Carry out maintenance activities on intrusion alarm, access control, video surveillance (CCTV) and their components.
Your training plan
Deliver the Level 3 apprenticeship of your choice.
Completing 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.
On Site Training:
You will shadow and be mentored by a full time engineer and develop proficiency in installing, configuring and maintaining fire and security systems.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* Maths (grade 4)
* English (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
* Team working
Other requirements
The apprenticeship is 36 months - full commitment is required throughout the duration of your studies. Please make sure that you meet the entry requirements before applying.