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Senior Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer/Manager

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Posted 11 days ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Salary

£55,000 - £66,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The position is for a Senior Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer/Manager based in Birmingham with frequent travel across the UK.
  • The role offers a salary of up to £42,000, along with a car allowance and company transport (van).
  • Candidates should have proven experience as a multi-disciplined Fire Engineer, with commissioning experience being a significant advantage.
  • Key responsibilities include managing fire system installation projects, commissioning various fire and security systems, and leading a team of technicians.
  • A full driving license is required, and candidates should be flexible with excellent interpersonal skills, as well as health and safety training.

Senior Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer/Manager

Birmingham with frequent UK travel

Up to £42,000 & Car Allowance & Company Transport (Van)

Our client are seeking a Senior Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer/Manager to join their dynamic operations team. In this role, you will work independently or alongside other engineers to provide reliable, high-quality fire system commissioning services to clients. Your responsibilities will cover all aspects of project delivery, from design through to completion, ensuring fire systems are installed, commissioned, and maintained to the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and oversee fire system installation projects from design through to final handover, reporting directly to clients.
  • Commission various fire and security systems, including:
    • Advanced, Gent, Apollo, and Hochiki systems.
    • Emergency Voice Alarm Communication systems.
    • Public Address Systems and Audio Induction Loops.
    • Kentec fire panels.
  • Lead and manage a team of fire and security technicians, ensuring the department runs smoothly day-to-day.
  • Coordinate and oversee the installation of fire and security systems, including alarms, CCTV, access control, and fire suppression systems.
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients regarding fire and security projects.
  • Ensure all fire and security systems comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.
  • Procure necessary equipment, tools, and materials for installations and maintenance.
  • Plan and execute projects from initial design through to implementation.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a multi-disciplined Fire Engineer.
  • Familiarity with BAFE accreditation.
  • Strong knowledge of fire alarm systems such as Gent, Advanced, Hochiki, and others.
  • Commissioning experience is a significant advantage.
  • Full driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK, including overnight stays when required.
  • Flexible, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Confident and professional, with the ability to fault-find and work independently.
  • Health & Safety trained.

Company Benefits:

  • Pension: Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme with 3% employer contribution.
  • Training & Development: We invest in your growth, providing opportunities for both personal and professional development.
  • Accommodation: We cover temporary accommodation costs for staff working on projects nationwide.
  • Travel Expenses: We cover the full cost of travel, whether driving or using public transport.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.