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Securitas is hiring a Life Safety & Security System Designer

About the Role

Securitas is looking for a Life Safety & Security System Designer to bring together system design and technical expertise. In this specialist role, you will deliver high-quality, risk-mitigating solutions for clients, with a focus on Fire Alarm systems, Electronic Security, and Communications. You will work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to create commercially competitive designs that help make the world a safer place.

What You'll Do

  • Define and develop security solutions across Comms, Fire, and Electronic Security in collaboration with Sales and Marketing.
  • Understand customer needs and identify solution gaps to meet local market demands.
  • Ensure all designs meet product, regulatory, and standards compliance.
  • Stay informed on market trends and developments to support competitive solutions.
  • Communicate solution capabilities clearly to commercial and operational teams.
  • Leverage existing national and international solutions, working with European colleagues to align best practice.
  • Produce detailed scopes of work, including bespoke requirements for Comms solutions.
  • Create accurate and comprehensive costing documentation for approval.
  • Develop detailed technical drawings showing system layouts and dependencies.
  • Produce implementation programmes outlining key steps, durations, and milestones.
  • Support opportunity conversion by delivering high-quality design and documentation within agreed timeframes.

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years’ experience in solution design within Security, Electronic Security, IS/IT, IoT, or a related industry.
  • Strong understanding of fire system design, with valid FIA Design qualifications.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to present to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong technical writing skills, including solution design documentation.
  • Experience working in a national or multi-site environment.
  • Fluent in English (written and verbal).
  • Full UK driving licence and 5-year checkable work history.

Nice to Have

  • Extensive technical knowledge from an Electronic Security perspective with a sound understanding of networks and IT infrastructure.
  • Ability to create technical designs using Visio/Bluebeam.
  • CAD capability would be advantageous.
  • A good understanding of network/server vulnerabilities and security considerations.

Technical Stack

  • Visio
  • Bluebeam
  • CAD

Team & Environment

You will collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Operations, and work with European colleagues. You will report to the Design Manager.

Benefits & Compensation

  • 25 days' holiday
  • Pension Scheme
  • Outstanding Learning and Development opportunities
  • Big brand discounts
  • Give back schemes
  • Competitive salary

Work Mode

This is a hybrid position based in Bristol.

We are an all-inclusive employer, embracing individuality and diversity as key to our success.

Required Skills
VisioBluebeamCADLife Safety SystemsSecurity SystemsSystem DesignTechnical DocumentationProject CoordinationRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder CommunicationRisk AssessmentFire Alarm SystemsAccess Control Systems
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We’re Hiring: Life Safety & Security System Designer📍 Location: Bristol (Remote) 💰 Pay: Competitive salary + Opportunities to grow 📅 Hours: Monday-Friday 08:30 - 17:00 ✅ Benefits: Enjoy 25 days' holiday, Pension Scheme & many more 🎓 From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.This is an exciting opportunity to join Securitas Technology in a specialist role that brings together system design and technical expertise to deliver high-quality, risk-mitigating solutions for our clients.As a Systems Designer, you’ll focus on Fire Alarm systems, Electronic Security, and Communications solutions (including paging and staff attack), working closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to create commercially competitive designs that meet client needs and support business growth across the UK.Reporting into the Design Manager, you’ll collaborate cross-functionally to turn technical insight into practical, scalable solutions that help drive the continued success of Securitas Technology.✨Organised, people-focused, and ready to grow? Join a global leader that’s protecting what matters most — and take the next step in your career. Job Description: Define and develop security solutions across Comms, Fire, and Electronic Security in collaboration with Sales and Marketing* Understand customer needs and identify solution gaps to meet local market demands Ensure all designs meet product, regulatory, and standards compliance* Stay informed on market trends and developments to support competitive solutions * Communicate solution capabilities clearly to commercial and operational teams * Leverage existing national and international solutions, working with European colleagues to align best practice * Produce detailed scopes of work, including bespoke requirements for Comms solutions Create accurate and comprehensive costing documentation for approval* Develop detailed technical drawings showing system layouts and dependencies * Produce implementation programmes outlining key steps, durations, and milestones * Support opportunity conversion by delivering high-quality design and documentation within agreed timeframes Accountabilities and Performance Measures* To Conversion rate of opportunities assigned to you to design. * Produce and design all required documentation in line with the sales process, approval process and client timeframes. Any other duties as directed by the Design Manager.Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you. Qualifications: Must-Have* 5+ years’ experience in solution design within Security, Electronic Security, IS/IT, IoT, or a related industry Strong understanding of fire system design, with valid FIA Design qualifications* Confident communicator with the ability to present to internal and external stakeholders * Strong technical writing skills, including solution design documentation * Experience working in a national or multi-site environment * Fluent in English (written and verbal) * Full UK driving licence and 5-year checkable work history Desirable* This role requires an individual with extensive technical knowledge from an Electronic Security perspective with a sound understanding of networks and IT infrastructure to ensure they can support to innovate and design standardised products but also work in conjunction with the Sales Specialist to design tailored/integrated Electronic Security solutions for our clients. * The individual should be able to create technical designs using Visio/Bluebeam * CAD capability would be advantageous. * A good understanding of network/server vulnerabilities and security considerations. Additional Information: It’s great to see you’re considering a career with us here at Securitas Technology! You're one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals.Why Choose Securitas Technology?At Securitas Technology, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities.What You Can ExpectApplying for a new role can be exciting yet daunting. Our dedicated Recruitment Team carefully reviews every application, and we appreciate your patience. Need support? We’re here to help—just drop us an email.Diversity & Inclusion: Be Yourself at SecuritasWe are an all-inclusive employer, embracing individuality and diversity as key to our success. Our belonging strategy focuses on:Career Growth: Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs.Inclusive Leadership: A culture of respect, transparency, and collaboration.Fair Pay & Benefits: Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits.Our Commitment to YouWe support our workforce through initiatives such as:Employee Networks – Safe spaces to connect and influence policies for change.Race at Work Charter & Armed Forces Covenant – Supporting equality and inclusion.Disability Confident Employer – Ensuring accessibility with our Reasonable Adjustment Passport. With our Level 2 Disability Confident Employer Certification - We commit to guaranteeing an interview to anyone who discloses a disability at screening, providing they live within the location requirements.Health & Well-being Programs – Mental health support and workplace wellness.Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification – Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals.We celebrate diversity year-round with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month and so much more!Take the Next StepJoin us and be part of a team that values you. Click ‘Apply Now’ and start your career with Securitas UK today!

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