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JUNIOR AUDIO-VISUAL INSTALLER
25,000 TO 28,000 PER ANNUM
LONDON AREA
Alecto Recruitment is proud to be recruiting for an exceptional opportunity within the high-end residential audio visual and home automation sector.
Our client is a well-established and reputable integrator delivering cutting-edge smart home technologies, home cinema, multi-room audio, and advanced AV/IT solutions to luxury homes and prestigious residential developments across the UK.
Due to continued success and ongoing project growth, they are now seeking a motivated Junior / Trainee Audio Visual Installer to join their expert engineering team.
The Role
As a Junior AV Installer, you will support senior engineers on a wide range of installation projects, helping deliver high-quality systems into new-build and refurbishment residential environments.
Your duties will include:
- Supporting 1st fix and 2nd fix installations
- Running and terminating structured cabling including CAT5 / CAT6, speaker cable, and control cabling
- Carrying out cable pulling, containment, and rack build support
- Installing patch panels, network components, AV hardware, and peripherals
- Assisting with the installation and setup of:
- CCTV and security systems
- Access control and door entry systems
- Wireless networks and IT infrastructure
- Smart home and home automation systems
- Working closely with senior engineers to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards
- Maintaining excellent site organisation, cleanliness, and accurate documentation
This is a hands-on role offering fantastic exposure to the AV industry, ideal for someone with strong practical ability and a keen interest in technology.
Requirements
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate strong practical aptitude and a willingness to learn. You should ideally have:
- Experience with 1st fix / 2nd fix installation work
- Background as an electrical apprentice, electrical improver, or similar trades-based experience (desirable but not essential)
- Good understanding of structured cabling, terminations, and basic electrical principles
- Experience with RJ45 terminations and cable management
- Familiarity with CAT5 / CAT6 cabling, patch panels, and network hardware
- A proactive, enthusiastic attitude with a strong interest in AV, IT, or smart home technology
- A full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel to various residential sites
- Excellent communication, reliability, and teamwork skills
Experience with security or low-voltage systems (CCTV, access control, intruder alarms) would be a distinct advantage but full training will be provided.
Training & Career Development
This role offers an outstanding opportunity to build a long-term career within the residential AV and smart home industry.
You will receive:
- Full on-the-job training from experienced engineers
- Opportunities to attend manufacturer training, industry courses, and certified programmes
- Mentorship, development, and a clear pathway to progress into a fully-fledged AV Installation Engineer or Home Automation Specialist
Package
- Salary: 25,000 - 28,000 (depending on experience)
- Overtime available
- 21 days holiday + bank holidays
- All travel expenses covered
- Annual performance bonus
- Working with a friendly, professional, and highly skilled technical team
- Excellent long-term career prospects within a growing sector
If you are practical, motivated, and passionate about a career in cutting-edge residential technology, we would love to hear from you. This is a rare opportunity to develop into a specialist within one of the most exciting and rapidly expanding fields in engineering.
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How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to (url removed) or you can call on (phone number removed) # 207.
Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy.
We thank all applicants who respond, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.
