Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Apprenticeship (FESS) SMART INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS LTD

Smart Integrated Solutions is an award-winning company, based in Wiltshire, with a sharp, dynamic team. We are wishing to offer an opportunity to train prospective high calibre team members to join us.

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Closing date: 31 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,976.00

    Candidates who 'stand-out' and show capabilities are rewarded over the duration of the apprenticeship and beyond. Continuation of Employment at the end of the apprenticeship is guaranteed if the candidate has passed the assessments successfully.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm with a paid half-hour lunchbreak.

    Total hours per week: 45

    (the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    18 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000245816

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

  • A great opportunity to join a leading Security Systems Integrator, designing, installing, and supporting hi-tech CCTV, access control and security solutions across a wide field of sectors:  including industrial; leisure and hotels; town centres; schools and the domestic scene. 
  • The chosen candidate will play a key role within the company offering great workmanship and service to customers.
  • Furthermore you will be expected to attend various training courses on the different products and services that the company utilises to ensure you are a capable and trained individual within this exciting field.

The training you will be getting

  • Smart Integrated Solutions will provide all Health & Safety training together with a wide variety of applications of job experiences.
  • Training will be at the Stroud College and will consist of classroom on-site learning in accordance with the disiplines required to carry-out the Security Engineers' role.
  • Training will be in weekly 'blocks' consisting of seven in the first year.  When not at college you will be working out on-site with other Systems Engineers.
  • At the end of the three years you will gain the Level 3 (equivalent to an A level) Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Engineer (FESS).

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

After the candidate has sucessfully completed the training then considerations for a full-time permanent role is available.  This will be based on attainment and aptitude to the job.  The plan is to become a skilled integration engineer within the security industry in either the installation, service, or design department.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Physical fitness, Working at Height, Working independently

Qualifications

BTEC or equivalent Electrical or Engineering (Grade Level 3) Essential

Things to consider

Ideally the candidate should live in the local area (Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 9PP). The candidate should have a full driving license, (or working towards this). No criminal record (Security vetting to BS7858 will be undertaken on all employees once a conditional offer has been made). Candidates must have Normal Colour Vision.

About the employer

Smart Integrated Solutions is a leading Security Systems Integrator, designing, installing, and supporting hi-tech CCTV, access control and security solutions across a wide field of sectors: including industrial; leisure and hotels; town centres; schools and the domestic scene.

Employer

SMART INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS LTD

Address

UNIT 1

FOUR BROOKS BUSINESS PARK

STANIER ROAD

SN11 9PP

Contact

Mrs Caroline Webb

caroline.webb@smartintegrated.co.uk

01249309519

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Training

Training provider

SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Fire emergency and security systems technician

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications


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