Job Description
Junior Service Engineer – Fire & Security (Entry Level)
Location: Glasgow & Central Belt
Salary: 25,000 – 32,000 + Training + Progression
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Alecto Recruitment is proud to be working with a leading Fire & Security organisation that is expanding its Glasgow team. They are now seeking a Junior Service Engineer who is eager to learn, hands-on, and ready to build a long-term technical career in a rapidly growing industry.
This is a entry-level route into Fire & Security perfect for anyone with practical, electrical, or cabling experience who wants professional training and progression.
The Opportunity
As a Junior Service Engineer, you will work closely with senior engineers to learn how to service, maintain and support:
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Fire Alarm Systems
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Intruder Alarms
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CCTV Systems
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Access Control
You’ll gain real field experience while developing the skills needed to become a fully qualified Fire & Security Engineer.
Market-Leading Training Provided
This employer invests heavily in developing junior talent and offers a structured pathway that includes:
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Full in-house mentoring with experienced engineers
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Manufacturer product training across major systems
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FIA Fire Alarm modules
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IP CCTV, networking & access control courses
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Regular toolbox talks & ongoing technical development
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Clear progression to Service Engineer and beyond
You’ll be supported from day one and guided step-by-step into a fully competent, industry-certified engineer.
What Background Works Well? (Not essential)
The company is very open to trainable candidates. Skills that transfer brilliantly include:
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Electrical Improver or Electrician background
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1st fix / 2nd fix installation experience
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Cable pulling, routing or terminating
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Patch panel/Networking knowledge (CAT5/CAT6)
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General data cabling experience
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Confident use of hand & power tools
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Trunking, tray, conduit or basket installation
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ECS/CSCS
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IPAF / PASMA
If you’ve worked with tools or cabling, you’re already on the right track.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Supporting senior engineers on service & maintenance visits
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Assisting with system testing, inspections & compliance tasks
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Helping with basic fault diagnostics
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Preparing cabling and installation work
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Completing simple service documentation
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Travelling across Glasgow & the Central Belt (vehicle provided after training)
What You’ll Receive
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25,000 – 32,000 starting salary
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Full training & formal qualification support
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Company vehicle once fully trained
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Tools, uniform & PPE provided
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Overtime available as your skillset grows
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Long-term progression to Service Engineer, Senior Engineer or specialist divisions
This is a brilliant chance to start a secure, rewarding technical career
Ready to take the next step? apply today.
Alecto Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business for this vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest – only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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