Security system installers and repairers Pay Data UK — 2024

Security system installers and repairers roles in the UK earn a median of £35,104 per year, equivalent to £16.30 per hour as of 2024. This represents a 6.4% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £25,349 to £53,871 per year.

How Pay Varies Across the UK

Each bar shows how many areas of the UK have a median annual pay in that range for Security system installers and repairers roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About Security system installers and repairers

Security system installers and repairers fit, maintain and service alarm systems and other electronic security devices which provide access control and monitoring, intruder detection and security lighting.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• discusses security needs with clients, responds to call outs and explains operation of equipment
• carries out on site surveys and determines security needs
• installs security systems and connects them to control panels, including intruder and fire alarms, surveillance and monitoring equipment and access control systems
• services existing systems and tests for faults
• responds to call-outs and repairs faulty or inoperative equipment

Entry Routes and Qualifications

Academic qualifications may not be required, though some GCSEs/S grades or an equivalent qualification may be an advantage. NVQs/SVQs for Providing Security, Emergency and Alarm Systems are available at levels 2 and 3. Apprenticeships combining practical work experience and technical training are available at levels 2 and 3. Entrants must have normal colour vision and security clearance.

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Salary data is sourced from official UK pay datasets and updated periodically.