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Apprentice Fire and Security Engineer

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Johnson Controls

6d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You must have grade D in five Junior Certificate subjects or an equivalent, a full driver’s license, and pass a Solas-approved color vision test. Willingness to travel is essential.
  • You will install, maintain, and repair fire and security systems, ensuring safety, following instructions, and solving problems while gaining experience and attending training phases.

Requirements

  • The minimum educational requirements are grade D in five subjects in the Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent or the successful completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course.
  • A full drivers licence is a requirement for this position.
  • Willingness to travel as this is a field-based position, primarily in Dublin & surrounding areas.
  • Travel expenses will be covered by the company.
  • Candidates are also required to pass a colour vision test approved by Solas.

Responsibilities

  • An apprenticeship with us will see you building new skills, while applying your knowledge to real-world live projects.
  • Fire and Security Systems Engineers, install, commission and maintain electronic systems in and outside simple and buildings to protect individuals, homes and properties from risk and danger.
  • Systems include fire, security and emergency systems to detect intrusion, provide surveillance, monitor and control access to buildings, properties and sites or to detect fire and emergencies.
  • The apprenticeship will combine on-the-job work experience, with time at college to achieve a level 6 apprenticeship.
  • You will attend our dedicated training centre for 3 separate phases of 10-20 weeks in duration, while having the ongoing support of our training team.
  • You will be required to ensure that you adhere to safe working practices and also be able to take instructions and act upon them in a prompt and professional manner.
  • Engineers will carry out planned jobs to install new systems, modify and maintain existing systems as well as respond to call-outs to repair faulty systems where they will utilize their problem solving skills.
  • This is a very exciting, challenging and rewarding role that will provide a start point for a lifelong career within a highly innovative and technical business environment.

FAQs

What is the duration of the apprenticeship program?

The apprenticeship program is a 4-year program consisting of 7 phases, including 4 on-the-job and 3 off-the-job training sessions.

What educational qualifications are required to apply for this apprenticeship?

The minimum educational requirements are grade D in five subjects in the Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent, or the successful completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course.

Is a driver's license necessary for this position?

Yes, a full driver's license is a requirement for this position.

Will travel expenses be covered during the apprenticeship?

Yes, travel expenses will be covered by the company as this is a field-based position.

What kind of systems will apprentices be working with?

Apprentices will be working with fire, security, and emergency systems to detect intrusion, provide surveillance, monitor and control access to buildings, and detect fire and emergencies.

Is mentorship available during the apprenticeship?

Yes, apprentices will enjoy full support from their line manager and a mentor throughout the program.

Will there be opportunities for career progression after the apprenticeship?

Yes, the apprenticeship provides a foundation for several career paths within the company, and Johnson Controls strongly supports career progression and promotion opportunities.

What type of skills will apprentices gain during this program?

Apprentices will learn to install, maintain, and repair state-of-the-art fire and security systems, including skills in equipment interconnection, programming, fault finding, testing, and maintaining equipment.

Where will the off-the-job training sessions take place?

The off-the-job training sessions will take place at our dedicated training center for three separate phases of 10-20 weeks in duration.

Are there any color vision requirements for candidates?

Yes, candidates are required to pass a color vision test approved by Solas.

Johnson Controls

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Industry
10,001+
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1885
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Mission & Purpose

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. With a history of more than 135 years of innovation, Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology, software as well as service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry.