Details:
- Salary: £38,000 - 43,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Reading Berkshire
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Security Engineer
£38,000 - £43,000
Reading & Surrounding Areas
Alecto Recruitment is working with our client who are an outstanding, long‑established security solutions specialist, recognised as one of the most reliable and respected providers in the South. They deliver high‑quality CCTV, intruder, and access control services across commercial and residential environments.
This represents an exciting opportunity to join a stable, growing business that continues to invest in ongoing development, training, and modern security technology, making it an ideal move for engineers seeking long‑term progression.
A great stand‑out in this role is the supportive engineering culture, excellent overtime availability, and the chance to join a company that genuinely puts its engineers first - offering strong development pathways, modern systems, and long‑term stability.
Salary & Benefits
£38,000 - £43,000 basic salary
Company vehicle + fuel card
Overtime available
Call‑out rota participation
Private healthcare
Life insurance (x4 salary)
Employee benefits package
Trade point memberships
Ongoing training & development
Holiday:
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Christmas Shutdown
Birthday Off
The Role
Undertake preventative maintenance and fault diagnosis on security systems
Carry out small repairs, remedial works, and system upgrades
Provide routine inspections across CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control
Cover Reading and surrounding areas
Participate in a structured call‑out rota
Requirements
Experience in fault diagnosis, installation, and repair of security systems
Familiarity with CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control
Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
Knowledge of modern IP‑based systems
Full UK driving licence
If you're an experienced Security Engineer looking to progress, take on a new challenge, and be valued for your expertise, we want to hear from you.
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