Job Description:

Fire Commissioning Engineer

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 DOE
Nationwide role | Progression available | Expenses covered

I’m currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established, Peterborough-based fire systems specialist that continues to grow across the UK. They’re looking to appoint a Fire Commissioning Engineer to support ongoing projects, primarily across London and the Midlands, with occasional nationwide travel.

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced commissioning engineer or an engineer looking to step further into commissioning to join a business that genuinely invests in people and offers long-term progression.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for commissioning fire alarm systems on a range of commercial projects, working closely with installation and project teams to ensure systems are delivered to the highest standards.

The role involves:

• Commissioning and testing fire alarm systems

• Supporting installations and handovers

• Fault finding and technical support during commissioning stages

• Working on a variety of manufacturers’ systems

• Ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications

Systems Experience

Experience with the following systems is preferred but not essential (training can be provided):

• Notifier

• Advanced

• Kentec

• Global

• Hyfire

• Morley

• Gent

• Ziton

Travel & Working Pattern

• Nationwide travel depending on project needs

• Most work is London and Midlands based

• Staying away is required occasionally, not every week

• All accommodation and meals are fully paid for by the company

What They’re Looking For

• Experience commissioning fire alarm systems (or strong technical fire alarm background)

• Good fault-finding and diagnostic ability

• Professional approach on client sites

• Willingness to travel when required

• Full UK driving licence

• Desire to progress within a growing business

Package

• £40,000 – £50,000 basic salary depending on experience and skill set

• Company-funded accommodation and meals when staying away

• Long-term progression opportunities

• Training and development on multiple fire alarm platforms

• Stable workload with a reputable specialist contractor

Interested?

If you’re a Fire Commissioning Engineer or a senior fire engineer looking to move into commissioning I’d be keen to speak with you.