Senior Access Control Technician

3 weeks ago

Cape Town, South Africa Trac-Tech (Pty) Ltd Full time

About Us Trac-Tech delivers mission‑critical electronic security, access control and workforce management solutions for commercial, industrial, retail environments. Role We’re looking for a hands‑on Senior Access Control Technician who takes pride in first‑time quality, safe workmanship and excellent client service. Responsibilities You’ll lead installations, commissioning and service of enterprise‑grade access and security control systems, mentor junior techs, and be the technical point of contact on site. You’ll own the outcome—from neat wiring and compliant egress to clean handover packs and a delighted client. What you’ll do: Install, configure, and commission controllers, readers, and door hardware (maglocks, strikes, motor/solenoid locks, door closers), speed‑gates, turnstiles, and vehicle barriers. Set up credentials, enrol biometric templates (fingerprint, face, iris, and vein), ID cards, and mobile keys. Design and test power – VDC PSUs, batteries, autonomy, and integrate fire/egress (fail‑safe/fail‑secure, drop‑relay). Network basics: IP addressing, PoE, VLAN awareness, NTP; coordinate with client IT where needed. Troubleshoot methodically (power, bus, controller, software); capture root cause and permanent fix. Produce tidy as‑builts, label schedules, panel/IP plans, backups, and signed acceptance tests. Mentor juniors; run toolbox talks; uphold HSE and quality standards every day. Assist with designing access and surveillance solutions for clients. Assist with evaluating new technology. Qualifications What you bring: 3+ years in access control installation/commissioning, recent senior/site‑lead experience. Solid low‑voltage and mechanical door skills (hinges, closers, alignment) and neat, standards‑driven wiring. Working knowledge of SANS 3812 T (egress intent) and SANS 3826 (fire interface concepts). POPIA awareness for credentials/biometrics. Clean, professional client communication; strong documentation discipline. Fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans). South African Citizen. PSIRA registered. Valid driver’s licence; willingness to travel. Medically fit (annual medical required). What we offer Market‑competitive package, established company, exposure to leading technologies and methodologies, ongoing training and certification pathways, supportive team culture, quality tools/PPE, career growth on complex projects. How to apply Complete the application form online. Trac-Tech is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Personal information is processed in line with POPIA for recruitment purposes only. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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