Fire & Security Systems Apprentice
OPENVIEW SECURITY SOLUTIONS LIMITED, Rush Green, Havering
Fire & Security Systems Apprentice
£16,640 a year
OPENVIEW SECURITY SOLUTIONS LIMITED, Rush Green, Havering
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 3 weeks ago, 2 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: 01-08-2026 (In 7 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Rush Green, Havering
Full Job Description
Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Fire & Security apprentice. You will be working alongside different engineers to assist them in various duties and specifically with respect to their role as an engineer working on public safety, life safety and security systems. The role is based around the Romford/ London area.
About the Employer
OpenView is the UK’s largest privately owned independent security company and provides unique, innovative and technologically excellent solutions to meet individual client needs in both the private and public sectors. OpenView is also one of the UK’s fastest growing companies with sites nationwide, over 30 years experience and employing over 400 people.What You'll Do
- Assisting the Lead Engineer with day-to-day reactive tasks.
- Demonstrate a desire to learn at all times
- Have a keen interest in various security systems including Fire alarm systems, Door Entry, Access control, CCTV, Warden Call, Intruder and network installations
- A desire to understand and promote best practice of electrical and electronic principles.
- Always follow current H&S guidance
- Ensure working environments are safe, clean and tidy
- Be punctual when attending sites
- Meet targets for both company and customer
Training Outcome
- Following the apprenticeship, you can look to either specialise as an engineer down a particular route, or look to go down the management pathway as a supervisor, moving into a service manager
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Timekeeping skills
- Ability to follow instructions
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - C/4
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - C/4
Course Information
Course: Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Construction and the built environment
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: General shift pattern is Monday - Friday, however some weekend and evening work may be required. (Shifts TBC)
Expected Duration: 3 Years
Training Provider: SKILLS FOR SECURITY LIMITED
This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.