Cctv Engineer

Role & responsibilities

1. CCTV Installation & Service

• Assist in installation of IP CCTV cameras.
• Install and configure DVRs, NVRs, XVRs and related equipment.
• Carry out camera mounting, cable routing, termination and labelling.
• Configure cameras, recording settings, motion detection and basic system parameters.
• Assist in setting up CCTV viewing on computers, mobile phones and other devices.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance of CCTV systems.
• Identify and troubleshoot common camera, power, cabling and recording issues.
• Replace defective cameras, SMPS, connectors, cables and other components as required.

2. Networking

• Assist with installation and configuration of:

• Network switches

• Routers

• Wi-Fi access points

• PoE switches

• LAN cabling

• Network racks and patch panels

• Perform RJ45 termination and basic LAN testing.

• Understand basic IP addressing, subnetting, DHCP and gateway configuration.

• Troubleshoot basic network connectivity problems.

• Test network connectivity between cameras, NVRs, switches and customer networks.

• Assist in configuring remote access for CCTV systems.

3. Cabling & Site Work

• Execute structured cabling for CCTV and LAN installations.
• Route and dress cables professionally.
• Install conduits, PVC pipes, cable trays and other cable-management accessories.
• Label cables and maintain proper documentation.
• Use basic tools such as LAN testers, crimping tools, multimeters and drilling equipment.
• Follow safety procedures while working at customer premises and at height.

4. Site Installation & Commissioning

• Visit customer sites for installation, service and maintenance.
• Work according to site drawings, BOQs and instructions from senior technicians.
• Assist in system testing and commissioning.
• Ensure installed equipment is properly secured and functional.
• Demonstrate basic system operation to customers after installation.
• Prepare installation/service reports.

5. Troubleshooting & Customer Support

• Attend customer complaints and service calls.
• Diagnose basic hardware, cabling, power and networking faults.
• Escalate complex technical issues to senior technicians.
• Maintain good professional behaviour at customer premises.
• Ensure timely closure of service tickets.

Preferred candidate profile

Essential:

• Basic knowledge of CCTV systems.
• Basic knowledge of IP networking.
• Knowledge of LAN cable and RJ45 termination.
• Basic understanding of IP addresses and network connectivity.
• Ability to use a LAN cable tester and basic electrical/technical tools.
• Basic computer skills.

Advantageous:

• Experience with Hikvision / CP PLUS / Dahua / Uniview or similar CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of PoE switches.
• Basic router and Wi-Fi configuration.
• Basic knowledge of VLANs.
• Familiarity with CAT6/CAT6A structured cabling.
• Knowledge of biometric attendance/access-control systems.
• Basic knowledge of video door phones, intercom and access-control systems.

Educational Qualification

• ITI / Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Hardware & Networking, or related field preferred.
• Candidates with relevant hands-on experience may also be considered.

Perks and benefits

ESI/PF, Paid Leave, Annual Bonus, etc