Barlows UK Ltd is a family-run engineering and maintenance business established in 1948. The company provides a wide range of electrical, mechanical and property maintenance services across the UK, including electrical installations, testing and compliance, fire and security systems, CCTV, heating, plumbing, air conditioning, data cabling and EV charging solutions. With over 600 employees, Barlows supports commercial, industrial and domestic clients by delivering reliable, high-quality solutions backed by technical expertise and excellent customer service.
Job Description
As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to install, maintain and fault-find on the following systems:
Access Control
Video Surveillance
Intruder Alarms
Fire Alarms
PAVA systems
Disabled refuge systems
Emergency lighting
Entry Requirements
Full UK Drivers Licence
Must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check
Live locally and able to commute
Previous experience/qualifications in electrical installation will be beneficial
Training to be Provided
This is where you'll learn the skills that employers actually want.
Your apprenticeship training is delivered by Skills for Security, specialists in fire and security training.
You’ll train through block release at our Doncaster centre, for one week every eight weeks (Tuesday–Friday).
You’ll work towards a Level 3 Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship, gaining real skills and a nationally recognised qualification.
What you’ll do as part of the programme:
Train hands-on with real systems
Learn from industry experts
Complete a wide range of tasks and projects
Build evidence from your job to support your learning
Sit annual assessments at the centre
Your employer supports you on site. We focus on your training and progression.
Earn. Learn. Build a future-proof career.
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