Balfour Beatty plc
Technology Development Engineer

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About The Role
Balfour Beatty's Asset & Technology Solutions business is looking for a Technology Development Engineer to join our CCTV and Security team. Based in Derby, with travel across England and wider UK project locations, this role offers an exciting opportunity to support the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of innovative security technology solutions that protect our people, projects and assets.
As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for supporting the performance, reliability and availability of fixed, temporary and rapid deployment security systems across a variety of operational environments. Working closely with site teams, operational managers and stakeholders, you will help ensure our security technology assets continue to meet the needs of the business while supporting safe and efficient project delivery.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for technology and security systems who enjoys working in a hands-on role and contributing to the future development of innovative solutions.
What you'll be doing
- Developing, maintaining and upgrading fixed, temporary and mobile CCTV and security systems.
- Supporting the development of current and future security technologies to meet operational requirements.
- Attending site visits to understand customer needs and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Assisting with the deployment, collection, movement and maintenance of security technology assets and equipment.
- Ensuring security systems remain operational, reliable and fit for purpose.
- Providing technical support to site teams and stakeholders to resolve issues and improve system performance.
- Working collaboratively with operational teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver effective security solutions.
- Supporting high standards of safety, compliance and security across all activities.
- Keeping up to date with industry developments, standards and best practice across CCTV, access control, intruder alarms and related security technologies.
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Who we're looking for
We're seeking a motivated and technically minded individual who is passionate about security technology and enjoys solving problems in a fast-paced operational environment.
You Will Ideally Have
- Experience working with IP CCTV systems and associated security technologies.
- A relevant qualification in CCTV, electronic security systems or a related discipline.
- Experience working within a BAFE, SSAIB or NSI accredited environment.
- A strong understanding of current technical standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
- Knowledge of intruder alarms, access control, door entry and associated security systems.
- Experience maintaining, developing or upgrading fixed, temporary or mobile security systems.
- Strong practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive and flexible approach, with a willingness to travel to sites across England and the UK when required.
- A full UK driving licence.
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
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Benefits
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…


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About Us
Asset & Technology Solutions provides innovative, safe and sustainable solutions to the Balfour Beatty projects across the UK. Our wide range of equipment and services includes HGV’s, tower and crawler cranes, piling equipment, CCTV and security services, survey services and drones, suction excavators, sweepers, modular accommodation and much more.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com
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