Fire Alarm Installation and Commissioning Engineer

Saltley Source: WhatJobs

£38,000–£43,000

Reporting to the engineering team, the Fire Alarm Installation and Commissioning Engineer will cover West Midlands postcodes, including Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton and Dudley. This permanent position carries a basic salary of £38,000 to £43,000, plus overtime, door-to-door travel expenses, a company vehicle and benefits. Duties include installing, testing and commissioning fire detection, alarm, emergency lighting and suppression systems for commercial, industrial and residential clients. Applicants should hold proven experience with leading fire-system technologies, strong fault-finding ability and a full UK driving licence. The successful candidate will join a national fire protection specialist, delivering turnkey projects with genuine scope for long-term career development.

Fire Systems Installation and Commissioning Engineer Location: B CV WV DY Postcodes Salary: £42,000 basic plus overtime, door-to-door travel expenses, company vehicle and benefits

The role

You will be responsible for installing, testing and commissioning fire alarm, detection, emergency lighting and associated fire protection systems. You will also provide technical support, complete system handovers and ensure work meets current standards and client requirements.

Your responsibilities

Installing fire alarm, detection and emergency lighting systems
Testing, commissioning and fault-finding
Reading technical drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams
Completing commissioning certificates, test records and reports
Diagnosing and resolving technical issues on site
Liaising with clients, site managers and subcontractors
Supporting projects through to successful completion
Providing customers with system operation guidance
Maintaining high health and safety standards

Requirements

Experience installing and commissioning fire alarm systems
Knowledge of BS 5839, BS 5266 and relevant fire-safety regulations
Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
Experience working with different fire alarm panels
A sound understanding of electrical systems and site installation
Good communication and customer-service skills
A full UK driving licence
An ECS or CSCS card, FIA training and experience with integrated fire and life-safety systems would be advantageous.