At Pointer, we don’t just offer jobs - we build careers. With over 50 years in electronic security and fire detection, we are a values-driven company built on passion, respect, integrity, delivery, and expertise. Our mission is to create a resilient and successful business that supports both customers and colleagues.
Our 200-strong UK team is central to our success, contributing to our £24 million annual revenue and delivering excellent service to leading blue-chip companies. Many colleagues have built long-term careers with us through our established apprenticeship programme and supportive development culture.
As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain and fault-find on the following systems:
Assist with the installation, servicing, and maintenance of a variety of systems, including CCTV, access control, fire detection, intruder alarms, ANPR, and IP-based technologies across diverse premises.
Follow all health and safety procedures, ensuring safe working practices are adhered to at all times.
Listen carefully to instructions from senior engineers and supervisors, and act on them with accuracy and initiative.
Safely operate power tools, lift and carry equipment, and work at height using ladders.
Deliver excellent customer service, representing the company in a professional and respectful manner on client sites.
Attend college as required and remain committed to successfully completing the Fire, Emergency & Security Systems (FESS) Apprenticeship.
At Pointer, we don’t just offer a job - we offer a rewarding career with benefits that support your growth, well-being, and work-life balance. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Financial Security & Rewards
Competitive salary with an annual review
Company pension to help secure your future
Employee referral scheme - recommend great people and get rewarded
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
Structured Career Growth & Development
Career progression opportunities - we invest in your future
Bi-annual career mentoring
Training & professional membership support to help you develop your skills
Health & Well-being
Life assurance for peace of mind
Access to private GP services - because your health matters
Annual flu jab to keep you feeling your best
Exclusive Employee Perks
Some benefits are role-dependent
You thrive working independently and enjoy contributing positively within a team environment.
You have a strong attention to detail and take pride in following instructions accurately and thoroughly.
You’re eager to learn, with a genuine enthusiasm for developing new technical skills and knowledge.
You approach challenges with a proactive, can-do attitude and a willingness to find solutions.
You’re dependable, punctual, and understand the importance of excellent timekeeping and reliability on site.
You must be eligible to work in the UK.
This is where you'll learn the skills that employers actually want.
Your apprenticeship training is delivered by Skills for Security, specialists in fire and security training.
You’ll train through block release at our Glasgow centre, for one week every eight weeks (Tuesday–Friday).
You’ll work towards a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship, gaining real skills and a nationally recognised qualification.
What you’ll do as part of the programme:
Train hands-on with real systems
Learn from industry experts
Complete a wide range of tasks and projects
Build evidence from your job to support your learning
Sit annual assessments at the centre
Your employer supports you on site. We focus on your training and progression.
Earn. Learn. Build a future-proof career.
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