Apprentice Fire & Security Engineer in Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Summary

Shropshire Electrical Solutions (SES) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Fire & Security Engineer to join our Engineering team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the Fire & Security industry. 

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Benefits
• Structured apprenticeship programme.
• Paid training and development.
• Mentoring from experienced SES Engineers.
• Industry-recognised qualifications.
• Company uniform and PPE provided.
• Opportunities for manufacturer training courses.
• Clear progression pathway to Fire & Security Engineer.
• Long-term career opportunities within SES.

Training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, with the potential for working weekend and some overnight stays would be expected. The working week would be 40 hours per week inc 1 college training day.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 December 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

You will work alongside experienced SES engineers, gaining practical experience while completing a recognised apprenticeship programme.

The role combines hands-on site work, technical training, and classroom-based learning to develop the skills required to install, maintain, commission, and fault-find Fire Alarm and Security Systems
across a range of commercial environments.

As part of the apprenticeship, you will learn industry standards, health and safety requirements, installation techniques, customer service skills, and technical knowledge, helping you progress
towards becoming a fully qualified Engineer.

Under the supervision of experienced engineers, you will:

• Assist with the installation of Fire Alarm systems
• Support the installation of Security Systems including
• CCTV
• Access Control
• Intruder Alarms
• Door Entry Systems

Learn to read and interpret technical drawings and site plans.

Assist in testing and commissioning systems.

• Help identify and rectify faults on existing systems
• Complete installation and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Maintain company standards of workmanship and professionalism
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, company policies, and site rules
• Keep tools, equipment, and company vehicles clean and organised
• Represent SES professionally when working on customer premises
• Travel to sites across the UK when required, including occasional overnight stays

Where you'll work

ALPINE HOUSE
DRAYTON ROAD
SHAWBURY
SHREWSBURY
SY4 4NZ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SBC TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

SBC Training & SES will support you through a recognised Level 3 Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Technician
Apprenticeship.
Training will include:

• Practical on-site learning with experienced SES engineers
• Classroom and workshop-based training through our approved training provider
• Industry-recognised qualifications
• Manufacturer product training
• Health & Safety training
• Regular reviews and mentoring sessions
• Ongoing support to achieve your apprenticeship objectives

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• practical aptitude

Other requirements

• Essential:
• Age 18+
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Reliable and enthusiastic attitude towards learning.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a practical, hands-on environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work at height and in various working environments.
• Must be able to pass a DBS check.
• Willingness to travel and occasionally work away from home when required.