Overview

Job Title: Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer - Retail Sites

Location: Durham - Regional Travel Required

Base Salary: £36,083.00

Realistic OTE £42,000.00 per annum with overtime

Full Time & Permanent position | 40 hours a week - Monday to Friday

Benefits: Company Vehicle with Fuel Card Strong Company pension scheme, BUPA Healthcare (single cover), 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).

NO ON CALL

Responsibilities

• Multiple system type installation to commissioning and handover of Fire including Addressable / Non-addressable systems, Air Sampling, Beam Detection, Wireless etc in accordance with the current standards and Codes of Practice.
• Work within project time constraints, identifying and communicating without delay any potential risks to the project delivery dates.
• Ability to commission and handover systems in line with the specification and drawings, including giving client demonstrations.
• Maintain FIA qualifications (BS5839 Fundamentals/Advanced and Commissioning).
• A full understanding of BS5839 (All parts) - SSSTS to supervise 3rd parties on sites as required.
• Ensure all relevant H&S requirements are complied with and maintain the health, safety and welfare of yourself and the team in accordance with Company policy.
• Complete relevant e-documentation (via tablet) or paperwork in line with FIA & BAFE requirements.
• Actively support company policy and best practice around fire and security, with emphasis on the protection of sensitive customer information.
• Knowledge of integration of detection systems into other disciplines is advantageous.
• Provide technical support for all departments within the City.
• Assist in the teaching and development of trainee Engineers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Proven background and experience of Fire Alarms, minimum of 2-3 years.
• FIA qualifications (Advanced and Commissioning).
• A full understanding of BS5839 is essential.
• Knowledge of integration of detection systems into other disciplines is advantageous.
• Ability to program varying manufacturers’ cause and effects from a laptop is essential.
• Good communication skills for a customer facing environment.
• Ability to work alone and effectively organise your time.
• Understanding of the Standards relating to the Industry and installed systems.
• Full understanding of Health and Safety is essential.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel across the country.
• ECS/CSCS Card. IPAFF and Asbestos awareness essential.
• SSSTS to enable supervision of third-party contractors on site.
• Willingness to travel, flexible hours, and overnight stays for commissioning large systems; travel on short notice.
• Willingness to be on-call during soak tests and warranty period.
• Self-motivated and a team player with professionalism and proactive attitude.

How to apply

To apply for this role please submit your full and up to date CV to Andrew Bridges at PDA SEARCH & SELECTION LIMITED