Installation Engineer

At FCDO Services, we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters.

Designing engineering solutions. Earthquake-proofing embassies. Managing construction contracts in challenging locations. Just a few examples of the incredible work our Engineering team does. They're the people who plan, design, and deliver innovation across all corners of the globe. Now, you've got the opportunity to join them.

Bringing energy to embassies.

Designing systems that protect.

Realising the power of your skills.

It all matters.

Deliver technical installations that help protect vital spaces

As an Installation Engineer, you’ll be hands-on in delivering technical installations to agreed designs, working within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure every job is completed safely. You support Senior Installers on both single and complex multi-system installations, liaising with Design Engineers and Project Managers to ensure the right equipment is in place. Customer focus is also key, working directly with end users and Overseas Technical Officers to provide clear technical advice and ensure a high level of satisfaction.

There’s also a strong safety and development focus to the role. You’ll risk assess your own work, follow Health & Safety policies and procedures, and help supervise labourers and apprentices where needed, making sure work is delivered safely and meets the expected standards. When based in the UK, you’ll support the wider team by helping maintain workshops and working environments, contributing to research and development activity, and keeping your own knowledge of new technologies and best practice up to date.

Use your practical knowledge to deliver work that matters

You’ll bring a Level 3 qualification, or equivalent experience, in electronics, telecommunications, IT or a related subject – with hands-on experience applying that knowledge in a real working environment. You’re confident installing Technical Protective Security Systems and will have experience in at least one relevant area, whether that’s CCTV, access control, IDS, radio, structured cabling or PCO. You also understand the importance of doing things properly, with care, accuracy and attention to detail – especially when it comes to cable installation across Cat5, Cat6, fibre and related methods.

You’re someone who takes safety seriously. Comfortable carrying out risk assessments, you follow site procedures and make sure work is completed to the right standard. Experience in secure or overseas environments would be helpful, as would an understanding of Construction Design Management requirements, an ECS card or membership of a relevant professional body. Most importantly, you’ll bring a practical mindset, a reliable approach and a willingness to keep learning as you build your technical skills.

Discover the support you need to grow your career further

But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, good holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.

Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting on our website: https://www.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/

To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.

Level 3 qualification or equivalent in electronics and/or Telecommunications and/or IT or related subject. If selecting “or similar equivalent” please provide details of qualification or experience you are using as equivalent

Open to UK nationals only.

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.

To apply for this role, you will be asked to provide your CV, a personal statement, and provide answers to some job specific/technical skills.

Your CV and personal statement will not form part of the assessment they will provide an insight into your work history and experience.

Your CV should include:

• no personal identifying details
• career history with key responsibilities
• achievements
• qualifications

Your personal statement should outline your interest in the role.

Candidates will only be sifted on answers provided to the technical/ job specific questions which are outlined in the application form.

Those that are successful will be invited to an onsite Face to Face interview.

At the interview you will be asked a blend of questions on technical/job specific skills and behaviours which will include completing a job specific practical assessment along with the interview questions.

Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.