Installations & Commissioning Engineer - Security Systems

Location: London (City & West End - Site Based)Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + BenefitsContract: Permanent, Full-TimeHours: 9:00 - 17:00 (flexible depending on site)

Additional Benefits

• Zone 1 & 2 Travel Card provided (No company vehicle required)
• Call-out rota: £200 standby payment per week + overtime if called out
• Travel expenses covered

Please note: This is not an IT role.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Installations & Commissioning Engineer to work on commercial security projects across Central London.

This is a hands-on role, focused on delivering high-quality CCTV, access control, and fire/security system installations in commercial buildings. You will be responsible for installing, servicing, fault-finding, commissioning, and handing over systems to a professional standard.

This role is ideal for engineers who take pride in their work, understand compliance and British Standards, and want to focus on engineering rather than project management or constant firefighting.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, service, fault-find, and commission CCTV and access control systems
• Deliver first fix and second fix installation works to high standards
• Test, commission, and hand over systems professionally
• Work safely on live commercial sites
• Represent the company professionally with clients, consultants, and site teams

Essential Requirements

• 5-7+ years experience installing CCTV / security systems
• Hands-on experience with access control systems (e.g., Gallagher, Paxton)
• Hands-on experience with CCTV systems (e.g., Hikvision, Avigilon)
• Valid ECS Card
• Strong understanding of UK compliance and British Standards
• Based within the M25
• Valid driving licence
• Willing to undergo background checks

Desirable Qualifications

• SSSTS
• IPAF
• PASMA

Additional Information

• Candidates must have security installation experience
• Visa sponsorship is not available
• Role is site-based across Central London, travel costs covered

Please contact Coral at DCS Engineering to apply.

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