Fire Detection & Alarm Commissioning Engineer
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £38,000 – £40,000
Job Type: Permanent
About the Role
Are you an experienced Fire Detection & Alarm Commissioning Engineer looking for your next opportunity?
Technical Resources is partnering with a leading provider of fire detection and alarm systems to hire a Fire Detection & Alarm Commissioning Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for the commissioning, testing, and handover of fire detection and alarm systems across commercial and industrial sites, ensuring all installations meet the required safety standards and client specifications.
This is an ideal opportunity to join an established organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fire and life safety solutions across UK projects.
Key Responsibilities
- System Commissioning: Commission, configure, and test fire detection and alarm systems in line with design specifications and relevant British Standards.
- Fault Diagnosis & Remediation: Identify, diagnose, and resolve faults on fire detection and alarm systems during commissioning and snagging phases.
- Stakeholder & Site Coordination: Liaise with site managers, main contractors, and client representatives to ensure smooth project handover and minimal disruption to site operations.
- Technical Documentation & Reporting: Produce accurate commissioning records, cause-and-effect matrices, O&M documentation, and handover packs to a high standard.
- Quality & Compliance: Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with BS 5839, EN 54, and current Health & Safety regulations, maintaining audit-ready documentation throughout.
Experience & Qualifications Required
Essential:
- Experience: Minimum 3 years as a Fire Detection & Alarm Commissioning Engineer within the fire and life safety industry.
- Technical Skills: Hands-on commissioning experience with major fire alarm panel manufacturers such as Advanced, Gent, Notifier, Hochiki, or Kentec.
- Project/Operational Scope: Proven track record commissioning fire detection systems across commercial, industrial, or public sector sites, including complex cause-and-effect programming.
- Soft Skills: Strong client-facing communication skills, methodical fault-finding ability, and the capacity to manage site relationships professionally.
- Mobility & Eligibility: Full UK driving licence and Right to Work in the UK.
Desirable:
- Certifications: FIA Level 3 or 4 qualification; CSCS/ECS card; IPAF/PASMA for working at height.
- Sector Background: Prior experience on education, healthcare, or critical infrastructure projects; familiarity with integrated fire and security systems.
What We Offer
- Competitive Base Salary: £38,000 – £40,000
- Benefits Package: Company vehicle or travel allowance, pension scheme, and healthcare cover.
- Clear career progression within a growing global sector.
How to Apply
To apply for this Fire Detection & Alarm Commissioning Engineer position, please submit an up-to-date CV.
Note: Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application.
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