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Security system jobs
AMCO Security is a highly successful provider of specialist monitored security systems across the UK and we're growing. If you're looking for a job at a UK burglar alarm company, look no further.
25+
Years established
UK‑wide
Coverage
SSAIB
Accredited
24/7
Monitoring centre
Security system jobs available at AMCO
Operations Manager
The Operations Manager role is focused around managing the day-to-day work of our engineering team - who work installing / fixing security systems across the UK. As Operations Manager, your everyday role will involve the following: - Planning day-to-day work for all engineers across the UK - Liaising with our sales and admin team to book in customer work - Liaising with customers direct to book in emergency site visits - Optimising engineer efficiency & profitability - Managing our engineer van fleet You would be working from our Easingwold HQ, so living in the Easingwold / Thirsk / York area is a must.
We're always hiring. If you don't see your region listed, share your CV and we'll keep you in mind as we grow into new areas.
Apply nowA company with 25 years behind it - and serious ambition ahead
Founded as The Alarm Monitoring Company, AMCO has grown organically to operate across all regions of the UK. Our HQs sit in both the North (Easingwold, North Yorkshire) and the South (London), with security engineers based in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and across London.
Culturally, AMCO likes to employ "best in class" individuals - great salaries, a company‑wide bonus scheme, strong focus on training, and our own AMCO Academy security training school that all engineers and technical consultants go through.
Apply nowBest‑in‑class salaries
We pay competitively and reward success with a company‑wide bonus scheme. Most engineers take home £1,000–£5,000 in annual bonus on top of their base.
AMCO Academy training
We built our own security training school so every engineer - from trainee to senior - develops on a structured programme, not just picked up on the job.
Family‑run culture
Founded as The Alarm Monitoring Company over 25 years ago. No corporate politics - just a close team that looks after its people.
Market‑leading kit
You'll work with Ajax, Hikvision and Premier systems - the same technology used by the UK's largest commercial sites.
Work with the best kit in the industry
When it comes to product, AMCO uses market‑leading technologies - Ajax wireless systems, Hikvision 4K CCTV and Premier professional alarm panels. As an AMCO engineer you'll be trained on, and working with, the same technology used by the UK's largest commercial sites.
- Ajax wireless alarm systems
- Hikvision HD & 4K CCTV
- Premier professional alarm panels
- LiveTalk two‑way audio monitoring
Security system engineer salaries in the UK
We often get asked: how much does an alarm engineer earn? Here's what you can expect as a burglar alarm and CCTV engineer - updated 2025.
Trainee
£20,000 – £29,000
+ up to £1,000 bonus
Base salary range for trainee security system engineers across the UK. Bonus paid annually.
Junior
£29,000 – £35,000
+ up to £3,000 bonus
Base salary range for junior security system engineers across the UK. Bonus paid annually.
Senior
£35,000 – £40,000
+ up to £5,000 bonus
Base salary range for senior security system engineers across the UK. Bonus paid annually.
Skills you need to become a burglar alarm installer
If you're not already an alarm engineer and are interested in becoming one, don't worry - we take on and train our engineers at AMCO.
Common backgrounds that fit
- CCTV installers
- Engineers from the Armed Forces
- IT / comms controller engineers
- Electricians / gas engineers
What it's like working as a security system engineer
As a Field Service Engineer you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, tackling unique challenges in various industries, and becoming a true hero of the modern world.
Security focus
Your focus as an alarm engineer is to help protect people and their property - a genuinely important and rewarding job.
Dealing with customers
Interacting with customers and explaining details is a common part of the role. Communication skills are an asset.
Knowing your way around
You'll spend time installing equipment and finding your way around properties - you'll become very familiar with how buildings fit together.
Travel & driving
You'll drive to customer properties and call‑outs, so driving is essential. Whether it's an alarm install or a maintenance visit.
How to get a job at AMCO Security
AMCO is a relatively small company so it's important that we hire people that are a good cultural fit. In summary, the kinds of people that fit the security system jobs we have available at AMCO fit the following criteria:
Caring is nice
We genuinely care about our customers and each other.
Smart
Security is technical. You don't need a degree - but you need to think clearly.
Hard‑working
No shortcuts. We show up, we do the job right, and we look after the customer.
Technically curious
The best engineers are always asking why and always wanting to learn more.
Where in the UK does AMCO have security system jobs?
Operations & Sales
Our operations, administration and sales roles run out of our HQ office in Easingwold, North Yorkshire. So if you live in the Easingwold / Thirsk / Northallerton area, then working at HQ is a great option.
Burglar Alarm Engineer Roles
Alarm installation engineer jobs are available for alarm installers across the UK - including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, York and Newcastle.