Trainee Door Services Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Trainee Door Services Engineer
Universal Security Group – Slough Trading Estate, Berkshire
Universal Security Group is a Family run national door services company that has been trading since 1974, we are a company looking to progress and know that it is only with the right staff that we can grow. Its a team and team effort that make Universal a great place to work.
You will be training as a door service & repair engineer including the installation of static doors, roller shutters and automatic doors. Repair & replacement of door hardware closers and pivots, door security. Some locksmith type work, and some access control.
You will be out training in the field, working as a 2-person team this is the best place for learning on the job, it also allows you to earn your share in the company per job bonus scheme increasing your earnings
You will be covering the south of the UK, mainly working for our national High Street chains along with other national organisations we service.
Requirements:.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Good customer service skills
- Physically fit and able to work at heights
- Team player
- Communication and interpersonal skills (both internal and external)
- Responsible for maintaining the company vehicle and its stock
- Responsible for accurate time sheet reporting, detailing jobs and travelling time.
- Punctuality and accurate timekeeping
- Drivers licence essential
Expected start date: ASAP
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Basic £18,000.00- £22,000.00 per year dependent on experience with Bonus ontop earning upto £30,000,00 plus
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
COVID-19 considerations:
The company follows Government guidelines
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Door Services Engineer roles across Universal Security Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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