Job Description
Security Maintenance Engineer
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.
Package: 36,800 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) plus additional allowances
Gross salary normally in excess of 40,000 (plus On-Call allowance and Over time)
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Ready to play your part?
At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?
Are you skilled in maintaining and enhancing security systems? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where every day brings new challenges and opportunities?
AWE is seeking a Security maintenance Engineer to join our team of talented Engineers to conduct Defence Nuclear Security regulated maintenance and address breakdowns on site security equipment such as CCTV, card access control, and building intruder alarm systems. Additionally, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the commissioning of major projects, assisting contractors with equipment installation, and aiding security in verifying operational requirements capabilities.
Who are we looking for?
We do need you to have the following:
An engineering apprenticeship with minimum NVQ/Diploma level 3 in a related technical discipline
OR
NVQ/Diploma level 2 in a relevant technical discipline plus industrial experience
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:
Experience of leading planned maintenance tasks and breakdowns on site security system equipment including building intruder alarms, card access control systems, perimeter intrusion detection systems, CCTV and the management systems controlling them
Demonstrable knowledge of Implementing safe systems of work, work instructions, and adherence to all relevant legislation within area of responsibility
Experience of technical investigations and report generation to support modifications, abnormal events or design reviews
Ability to work with a range of Stakeholders
Experience of assisting with project related installation and commissioning tasks
Work hard, be rewarded
We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:
9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.
