Security Engineer

Job Overview

Be Part of an Incredible Journey in the Security Sector - Join Black Diamond Security Scotland Division.

As a UK security and technology solutions leader, Black Diamond delivers unrivalled, holistic security services combined with cutting-edge technology for site security, operational efficiency, and exceptional customer satisfaction. We invite you to become a Security Engineer with Black Diamond Security Ltd.

What You Will Do

As a Security Engineer, you'll be pivotal in safeguarding a diverse portfolio of Black Diamond sites in Scotland. Be prepared for immediate deployment, offer superior customer service, and collaborate directly with our Operations Team and National Control Centre.

Main Responsibilities

• Install, service and maintain intruder alarms, fire alarms, CCTV, access control and emergency lighting systems.
• Carry out system demonstrations and client training, including fire safety equipment and emergency procedures.
• Conduct site surveys, safety inspections and equipment audits, ensuring compliance with company, client and industry standards.
• Provide technical support, fault-finding and second-line support to the National Control Centre.
• Liaise with clients daily, manage minor incidents and assist with resolving customer concerns.
• Complete reports, maintenance records and documentation accurately and to required standards.
• Support the development, maintenance and deployment of security and CCTV equipment.
• Assist with project delivery, site setups, workload planning and business development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, rail industry safe systems of work, and accreditation standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ACS, RISQS and SSAIB.
• Support training, mentoring and knowledge sharing across the Technology team.
• Support on-call rota with the Technology team.
• Identify risks, escalate issues appropriately and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Undertake additional duties as reasonably required by the Head of Technology.

What We Expect of You

• Unmatched customer service acumen
• Capability to work in a team or independently
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to complete required engineering documentation
• Full clean UK Driving Licence (Essential)
• CSCS/ECS Card (Desirable)
• 3 years' experience (Desirable)

What You Can Expect From Us

• £30,000 to £37,000 per year (subject to experience).
• 08:00 to 17:00 – Monday to Friday with an average of 45 hours per week.

As an employee of Black Diamond, you will be enrolled on to our employee benefits scheme, providing you access to:

• Cycle 2 work scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• lifestyle savings and discounts on most high-street retailers
• Employee assistance programme
• A Reward and Recognition programme
• Avenues for career progression through tailored training and development schemes
• As an employee-first organisation, we concentrate on well-being, continual learning, and career progression
• Incentivising Employee Referral Scheme
• Overtime is available and accommodation is paid for with reasonable expenses covered, where applicable.
• Company vehicle, phone and laptop to be provided.
• Training will be provided where necessary.

Black Diamond is an equal opportunity employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals irrespective of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. Criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Pay: £30,000.00-£37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Referral programme

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• CSCS/ECS (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Airdrie, North Lanarkshire (preferred)

Work Location: In person