Works Road
Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1FR

Apprentice Fire and Security Service Engineer - Hemel Hempstead

Salary: £15,705 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Closing Date: Thu 17 Jul 2025 - 11:59 pm UTC
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Apprentice Fire and Security Service Engineer - Hemel Hempstead

Summary

Are you ready to embark on an electrifying journey in the world of fire and security systems? JCI is on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our elite team of Fire and Security Service Engineers! Become part of a global leader in the fire and security industry and make a tangible impact by creating safer environments.

Annual wage: £15,705 a year
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Training course: Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Hours
Normal working hours will be 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, inclusive of an hour for lunch (37.5 hours per week). Hours of work may be varied at Management’s discretion.
37.5 hours a week

Possible start date: Monday 01 September 2025

Duration: 3 Years

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • Dive into the exciting realm of Fire and Security Engineering, where you will service, commission, and maintain systems that protect individuals, homes, and properties.
  • Learn the ins and outs of our innovative fire and security systems, including intrusion detection, CCTV, and access control systems.
  • You’ll spend significant time at our client sites, where you’ll be hands-on with servicing and repairing fire and security equipment. This invaluable experience will immerse you in the world of fire and security engineering.
  • Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll work closely with skilled JCI Engineers who will mentor you, guiding your development in engineering skills. This collaborative environment guarantees the support you need to flourish.
  • Hit the road in your own company van, travelling daily to client premises.

Where you’ll work

Works Road
Letchworth Garden City
SG6 1FR

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

BANHAM ACADEMY LIMITED

Your training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Your training plan

Enrol in a Level 3 Fire Emergency and Security Systems Technician qualification delivered by Banham Academy alongside fellow Johnson Controls apprentices.

Engage in block release basis training and receive on-the-job guidance from experienced mentors and engineers.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade 5)
  • Maths (grade Grade 5)
  • Full UK Driving License (grade Full)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

This exciting opportunity is field based, meaning that you will be working with our highly skilled engineers travelling between our customer's sites each day. Our work can also involve heavy lifting and working from heights. You will cover the areas of Hemel Hempstead but will be required to travel to locations as far as Milton Keynes and Oxford.

About this company

Johnson Controls is a global leader in technology and industry, serving customers in over 150 countries. Our mission is to create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, and integrated infrastructure. We welcome individuals with a passion for engineering to join us in shaping a better tomorrow through our diverse range of projects and opportunities.

Company benefits

Competitive basic salary with fantastic additional earning potential and a Company Pension - Enjoy 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - Gear up with a Company Vehicle, uniform, personal protection equipment, and ongoing training.

After this apprenticeship

Upon completion of this apprenticeship, there are many internal opportunities within the company.

Many of our previous apprentices have become lead engineers and take control of their own team and projects.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

JOHNSON CONTROLS BUILDING EFFICIENCY UK LIMITED
[email protected]

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000321260.

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Closes on Thursday 17 July 2025

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