Senior Security Technician

K&R Home Security

K&R Home Security is a provider of specialized security solutions and technical assessment services, with established operations across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. We work with major insurance panels & Businesses delivering rapid response claims assessment, system diagnostics, and technical investigations.

We're not looking for generalists. We're looking for security specialists who understand systems inside and out – installers who know how security infrastructure works, what can fail, and why. These are the professionals we develop into our technical assessment team.

The Opportunity

As a Security Systems Installer, you'll work on both installation projects and claims assessment work with our insurance panel clients. You'll diagnose faults, troubleshoot complex system failures, and write technical assessments on security claims – roles where your installation expertise becomes invaluable. This is a clear pathway into specialist assessment work, where your technical depth creates competitive advantage.

  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot security systems:
    • Alarm systems (IDS, Paradox, etc.)
    • CCTV systems (Hikvision, Dahua, etc.)
    • Access control and intercom systems
    • Gate and garage door automation (Centurion, etc.)
    • Solar inverters and electrical installations ( Advantageous)
    • HVAC systems ( Advantageous)
  • Conduct technical fault-finding and diagnostics on security system failures
  • Assess and report on security-related insurance claims
  • Work independently with minimal supervision
  • Maintain detailed technical records and documentation
  • Collaborate with insurance panels and our assessment team
  • Demonstrated expertise in security systems installation (minimum 5+ years hands-on experience)
  • Deep technical knowledge of alarm systems, CCTV, and access control
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Assessment or claims experience ( Advantageous – we can teach assessment to skilled installers)
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions
  • Clear communication and professional report-writing skills
  • Solar installation or electrical qualification ( Advantageous)
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience and multi-skilled qualifications

  • Vehicle and fuel allowance for site work (where applicable)

  • Tools, equipment, and branded workwear provided

  • Performance-based bonuses

  • Long-term growth and upskilling opportunities within a fast-expanding company

  • Full-time permanent role

If you're a skilled security systems installer ready to grow into specialized assessment work, send your CV and a covering note outlining your security system expertise to: ***email_hidden***: