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Security System Technicians

Descriptions & Duties

  • Security System Technicians assist in the design of security systems and related equipment buildings and premises under the supervision of an engineer.

Generic Competencies

Physical Abilities

Physical abilities

  • Physical strength
  • Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity

 

Importance:2 (Max:5) 

Skill is occasionally required

 

Technology Skills

Technology skills

  • Computer literacy
  • Application of technology

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Cognitive Abilities

Cognitive abilities

  • Creativity
  • Visualisation
  • Logical thinking

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Comprehension And Expression

Comprehension and expression skills

  • Reading comprehension
  • Oral / written expression

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Social Skills

Social skills

  • Communication
  • Negotiation
  • Persuasion

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Organisation And Execution Skills

Organisation and execution skills

  • Planning
  • Organising
  • Judgement
  • Decision making

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Problem Solving Skills

Problem solving skills

  • Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Management Skills

Management skills

  • Leadership
  • Management of finance / time / people / other resources

 

Importance:2 (Max:5) 

Skill is occasionally required

 

Trade Specific Competencies

Knowledge and skills in the design of security system

Security System Technicians must be able to provide technical assistance in research and design of security system and related equipment.

General Requirements

Academic qualification

  • A higher diploma or an associate degree in electronics engineering technology or related field; or equivalent

Experience

  • 1 year relevant experience is an advantage

Career Path & Salary

Private Sector

Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000

Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000

Monthly Salary $20,000-$40,000

Related Education & Training

Work Environment

  • Security System Engineers generally work in offices. However, they may visit sites to observe a problem or a piece of complex equipment.

Tools

  • CCTV monitoring systems
  • Electronic access control systems

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