Security & Fire Apprentice Engineer

Fancy a career as a Security & Fire Technician or Engineer? Are you driven to ensure that people and businesses are kept safe and secure? Do you have great customer service skills and a desire to learn? If your answer is "Yes" then we may just have the perfect Apprenticeship for you! Banham is a market-leading provider of Security solutions within London and the Home counties. With a dedicated Academy, we provide one of the top Apprenticeship schemes for anyone looking to start and build their career within this industry. As an Apprentice Fire and Security Technician with Banham you will have the opportunity to become a qualified engineer whilst gaining your Level 3 certificate and continuing your career with a business that has been established for almost 100 years. Alongside studying within the Banham Academy on a block-release basis, you will work alongside qualified engineers across Maintenance, Service, and installation departments out in the field and have a dedicated mentor and guide assigned to you that will be there to support you through your journey with us! This really is a superb start to your engineering career and as a Security & Fire Apprentice your starting Salary will be £23,795.20 PA in your first year* and in your second year will be provided a Company Van as part of your package. If you have a desire to become a Fire and Security professional and want to learn from some of the best, then we would like to hear from you * Salary tracks the National Living Wage and will reflect any specific changes to this as per government guidelines Who are we?  Banham is a family-owned; family-run business that has been providing security solutions since 1926. We operate throughout the Southeast of England offering a comprehensive service on all aspects of physical and electronic security.  Most important, however, are the people who make up Banham. Our dedicated employees live and breathe collaboration; they inspire and learn from each other while upholding our five core values: Family, Pride, Trust, Leadership, and Making a Difference. Employees who began their Banham careers as trainees now head up our key departments, and we are proud to foster a working environment that encourages staff to stay with us for many years.  What can you bring to Banham? Your desire to learn and succeed is paramount and will enable you to succeed in achieving your level 3 and qualified Engineer status. You will also show that you can: Provide excellent customer service. Shadow experienced field engineers at customer sites Perform site risk assessments in line with safety rules Install, service & maintain appropriate equipment Adhere to safe working practices & take instruction Use power tools, lift / carry equipment & climb ladders Happy to work at Heights Grade C / 4 or above in Maths and English (preferred not essential) Key Information: You will be trained to install, service and maintain Intruder Alarms, Video Surveillance systems, Access Control & Fire Alarm systems. Training is provided by Banham Academy on a block-release basis. This means you will attend the Banham Academy for a block of one week then work in the field with experienced engineers for a number of practical weeks before your next teaching block. You will undertake an End Point Assessment in your final year. During your first year, you will shadow engineers out in the field and you will need to ensure you arrange your travel each morning to meet your designated engineer on time on a daily basis at your first appointment. In your second year you will be provided with a company Van and will require a clean UK driving licence (no more than 6pts) - or working towards gaining this before your second year. Closing Date for all applications will be 22nd November. Assessment day will be held on Friday 29th November - you must be available to attend on this date if selected.  Start Date Monday 13th January 2025. What will you get in return? You will be entitled to a highly competitive salary of £23.795.20 which tracks the national living wage (and non age specific) and a great range of benefits including: An employee assistance program (EAP). EAP gives our employees access to a 24/7 free, confidential advice service for help with personal and professional problems, which could be affecting your home life or work life, health, and general well-being. This benefit also extends to your family (available from the first day of employment) Personal Accident Insurance Scheme - Accidents at work and outside of work are both covered, including personal attacks and sport-related injuries. Minimum of 25 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays* Subsidised Private Medical Cover after completing and passing probationary period Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme Annual season ticket loan & Banham interest-free loan Cycle to work & Home & Tech scheme (up to the value of £2k) Training and development opportunities (including day releases for studies/exams) Hybrid working (dependent on location and role - 3 days office based and 2 days working from home) Company equipment tailored to your role (laptop, mobile, additional screens) Up to 50% off Banham products Banham Social Events Employee recognition rewards and moments of magic prizes Recruitment referral bonus scheme earning up to £500 per successful referral (T&Cs apply) Sick Pay that increases with length of service Byond card - a workplace benefit to access exclusive offers and discounts on your everyday spend. Charity events throughout the year – Banham is proud to be working with The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and sponsoring The Banham Marsden March since 2010 over £13 million has been raised to make a difference for patients across the UK and the world for The Royal Marsden. If you share our values and have the drive and enthusiasm to help us fulfill our vision, of significant growth, we would love to hear from you. Please click APPLY now to register your interest. Banham is an equal opportunities employer providing employment to its team members and applicants without regard for their sex, gender, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other category protected by law. We welcome diversity and provide equal opportunities to applicants, based on experience, talent, and qualification for the job. . * applicable from 1st March 2025