Installation Engineer

Join Team Biosite  

Biosite provides biometric access control and workforce management software solutions for the construction industry.  

Biosite is expanding the team and is looking for a Technical Account Manager to support its growth journey. Joining the Installation team, the Technical Account Manager reporting directly to the Head of Installation, will play an essential role in operational delivery to drive profitable and sustainable growth, whilst upholding company values.

About Biosite  

Biosite is a tried and trusted partner for the construction industry, specialising in biometric access control and workforce management software solutions since 2010. Additional, integrated solutions for fire safety, site management software and site surveillance technology, form part of a comprehensive portfolio developed for the construction industry to support safety, security, efficiency and compliance on site.  

Biosite has the software and hardware capabilities to tailor an end-to-end solution, with dedicated manufacturing, software, installation, service and support teams on hand to deliver the best customer experience. 

Biosite is backed by the global leader in access solutions, ASSA ABLOY.  

Our mission and values  

Biosite’s mission is to be the first choice for access control, workforce management, fire safety & security in the construction industry.  

How the team behave internally and with customers is driven by Biosite values of being Empowered, Innovative, Proactive and Adaptable.    

The Installation Engineer will be responsible for installation of Biosite workforce management access control solutions, wireless fire alarm, CCTV and associated structured cabling.

Working as part of a team and carrying out installations independently.

The position is a field based role, requiring on site  presence across our various commercial construction sites contractors across the UK.

Main responsibilities and tasks

Installation –

• Attendance and completion of Installation Visits
• Installation of Access Control, Wireless Fire Alarms, Wired & Wireless CCTV and structured network cabling
• Commissioning of Installations to include functional tests and technical sign offs with Technical Support
• Managing own van stock and ordering replacement stock with Stores Team
• Maintaining exemplary standards to build rapport with customers
• Adherence to Health and Safety and Environmental Regulations
• Maintaining tools and test equipment and ensuring they are properly calibrated

Key working relationships (internal and external)

• Reporting to Install supervisor and Head of Installation on progress of works and daily job completion
• Liaising with other trades on site to ensure Installations are completed
• Rapport building and listening to customers needs and adapting to changes

Person Profile: Essential qualifications, experience, knowledge, and behaviours

• Well organised and punctual
• Excellent Communication Skills both verbal and written
• Good problem solver
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ethical and trustworthy
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times
• 3 years’ experience in security service/installation of access control or similar SELV cabling role
• Valid Driver's Licence is essential
• Valid CSCS/ECS Card is preferable

Desirable

• Strong construction industry knowledge
• Computer literacy and understanding of PC hardware
• A good understanding of electrical wiring and equipment
• A good understanding of networking and routing
• Knowledge of Fire Alarm regulations
• IPAF, PASMA and 3-day first aid preferable

Salary and benefits

• 24 days leave, increasing 1 day/year after 2 years of employment
• Company pension scheme
• LGV company van and fuel card
• Tablet/Phone
• Laptop
• Training (Internally and Externally)

Travel

61-100%