- Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, or related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
- Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, or video cameras and attach electrical and telephone wiring to connect components.
- Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details, such
Security systems installer | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Security systems installers fit and service electronic systems that detect intruders or control access to buildings and sites.
Security systems installers typically work around 41 to 43 hours per week.
As a Security systems installer you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 54,826 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Security systems installer
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55,947 GBP
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48,536 GBP
Average salary for part-time Security systems installer
Average salary for full-time Security systems installer
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29,080 GBP
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54,826 GBP
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48,536 GBP
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55,947 GBP
Salary over time for Security systems installer
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46,574 GBP
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47,112 GBP
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48,752 GBP
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50,070 GBP
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52,577 GBP
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52,225 GBP
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54,826 GBP
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53,273 GBP
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49,949 GBP
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Future outlook for Security systems installers
Very good outlook
122 000+ jobs available 
Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average)
Very good outlook
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Security systems installer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
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Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Installation Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
What technical skills do I need?
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Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Independence Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
