DCS Recruitment Limited
City, London
Feb 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Security Engineer - Commercial Projects (London) Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 + bonus + benefits Location: London (site-based, Zones 1-2) Hours: Permanent, full-time, typically 9-5 (flexible by site) Travel: Zone 1-2 travel card covered On-call: Call-out rota, 200 base for the week + overtime if called out Please note: This is not an IT role. The business This role is with a specialist electronic security integrator that designs, installs, and maintains access control and CCTV solutions for blue-chip commercial clients across central London. The company delivers high-profile projects in landmark office buildings, ensuring systems are planned correctly, installed to a high standard, and fully compliant with UK regulations and British Standards. They place real value on experienced engineers, technical quality, and doing things properly rather than cutting corners. The opportunity They are looking for an experienced Senior Security Engineer who knows what "good" looks like on commercial sites and wants to focus on high-quality engineering work. You will be delivering well-scoped access control and CCTV installations across the City and West End, with the support and planning you need to do the job right. What you'll be doing Installing, servicing, fault-finding, and commissioning access control and CCTV systems. Delivering first and second fix works to a consistently high standard. Commissioning, testing, and professionally handing over systems. Working safely on live commercial sites across the City and West End. Representing the business professionally with clients, consultants, and site teams. This is a hands-on engineering role - you won't be dragged into project management or constant firefighting. What we're looking for 10+ years' experience as a Security / Access Control Engineer. Strong understanding of UK compliance and British Standards. Hands-on experience with access control systems (Gallagher, Paxton). Hands-on experience with CCTV systems (Hikvision, Avigilon). Confident across installation, servicing, fault-finding, and commissioning. Valid ECS card. Essentials Live within the M25. Proven security installation experience (not IT support). 5+ years' work experience with CCTV installation. Valid driver's licence (no day-to-day driving required, but may be needed occasionally). Able to work on a call-out rota. Able to pass and accept a background check. No visa sponsorship available. Nice to have SSSTS. IPAF. PASMA. Why join Work on interesting, technically strong commercial projects in some of London's most recognisable buildings. Be part of a team that genuinely values experience, high standards, and professional delivery. Focus on quality engineering work with a business that plans properly and supports its engineers. If you're an experienced Security Engineer who wants to deliver high-quality access control and CCTV projects in central London, apply with your CV and a brief note on your recent commercial projects. DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality