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Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer – Ref: V308
TIS is a forward thinking and nationally renowned Security and Communications Company who are NSI Gold and BAFE accredited. We specialise in the design, installation, service and maintenance of integrated security systems and manufacture specialist equipment. TIS work with a wide range of public and private sector businesses and have achieved a reputation for quality, care, and reliability, which is second to none.
Our absolute ambition is to provide and maintain a premium service in the industry with staff wellbeing, safety, and environmental considerations at the forefront of our services. Our strategy is to achieve a premium service and a commitment to employees, customers, and all stakeholders. We provide an environment of quality and care helping employees engage with our customers, putting them at the heart of what we do.
Due to the Company’s continued success, we are looking to expand the Operations Team in the Northamptonshire/Bedfordshire area and are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer. Please note we have offices in Birmingham and Uxbridge, so the office base is flexible to the candidates location. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career and become a valued member of the team. You should be positive and enthusiastic having the ability to provide the client with a premium service and the capability to work independently or within a team when required. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your career within the Fire and Security industry.
The role involves:
- Commissioning of small and large Fire Alarm/Detection Systems including networking
- Ensuring systems are installed to the correct standards
- Assisting the project team to get the completed project completed within the time frame and budget
- Additions to systems
- Assisting in the commissioning of other systems when requested
- Ensuring all commissioning tasks are completed efficiently, accurately and within timescales
- Maintaining a high level of technical knowledge and keeping up to date with Standards and Regulations
- Travel to various client locations within designated area
- Attending service or maintenance sites when commissioning work isn’t available/ongoing
- Ensure that the client is satisfied with the servicing/commissioning of the system prior to leaving site
- Accurate completion of documentation
- Provide a high level of customer service at all times
- Working to safe health and safety practices at all times
Key experience / Qualifications:
- Experience in Commissioning Fire Alarm/Detection Systems
- Working knowledge of all British Standards relevant to Fire Alarm Systems such as BS5839, BS7273 & BS6266
- Understanding of statutory legislation including RRFSO, Building Regulation / Approved Documents etc
- FIA Level 3 Advanced Commissioning Engineer
- Experience on both addressable, non-addressable and Part 6 systems
- Experience with Gent products is essential
- Experience on large networked systems
- Experience of Warden Call, Nurse Call, Door Entry and Access Control is a distinct advantage
- Full UK driving licence
- ECS Card
Qualities required:
- Work well under pressure & be able to meet deadlines
- Understanding commercial aspects of projects and be able to work to them
- Communicate and build successful working relationships with customers and other employees
- Excellent IT skills
- Have the desire to learn and continually improve your knowledge
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work alone or as part of a team
- The ability to liaise with sub-contractors, third party contractors and clients alike
We will offer the following package:
- Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm
- Salary: £38,000 - £41,000 dependant on skills, experience, and qualifications
- Benefits: Commitment to annual inflation increase in salary, Difference Maker Awards, Pension Scheme, Life and Accident Insurance, Medical Cash Plan, Cycle to Work, 23 days holiday increasing to 27 days plus usual bank holidays, Birthday holiday, Perks and Employee Assistance Program
To apply:
Please send your CV to Mrs Sharon Garton, Group People Manager
Or
Contact via address:
TIS Ltd, Hamilton Way, Oakham Business Park, Mansfield, Notts NG18 5BU
Contact via email:
Careers@tis.co.uk