Commissioning Engineer - Fire Systems

JR United Kingdom; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire protection services company in St Neots seeks a Commissioning Engineer to deliver critical fire safety systems. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £48,000, with benefits such as flexible working, career development opportunities, and a supportive environment. Candidates should have significant experience in fire alarm systems and a relevant certification. Join us to make a real-world impact in safeguarding lives and properties.

Benefits

Salary of up to £48,000 per annum

Growth-by-Sharing bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in commissioning fire alarm systems.
• Understanding of fire safety regulations.
• Technical support across projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of fire safety systems.
• Manage installations and ensure compliance.
• Conduct in-depth system testing and verification.

Skills

Experience with addressable fire alarm systems

Problem-solving capabilities

Proficiency in control systems

Excellent fault-finding skills

Education

Relevant Certification (FIA, NICEIC, etc.)

Tools

Commissioning software

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15.08.2025

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Commissioning Engineer - Fire Systems
St Neots, Cambridgeshire
About Us
Blazequel is a leading provider of specialist fire protection services, trusted across the UK and Ireland for our expertise in safeguarding high-risk environments. With over 20 years of experience and offices in Bedford and Londonderry, we offer tailored fire and security solutions designed to protect lives, property, and operations.
Our mission is to empower industry through bespoke fire safety solutions, delivered with honesty, integrity, and unwavering attention to detail. We value respect, innovation, and conscientious service, consistently going the extra mile to delight our customers.
We are now looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 8:00am 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
The Benefits
- Salary of up to £48,000 per annum, DOE
- Growth-by-Sharing bonus scheme
- 25 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays
- Flexible working
- Collaborative team environment
- Latest technology tools
- Company uniform/workwear
- Career development opportunities with professional training, support and certification
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned fire systems commissioning expert who can balance pragmatism with perfectionism to join our highly respected organisation.
Youll work on critical fire protection systems in high-risk environments where your expertise will have real-world impact - each site you commission is another step towards a safer, more resilient industry.
This is more than just a job - its your chance to grow with a company that values innovation, rewards initiative, and a willingness to do what it takes to get each job done well, along with supporting your development. With Blazequel, youll turn your specialist knowledge into powerful, life-saving solutions.
So, if youre looking for a role with real-world impact, where your technical expertise helps protect people and places, apply now!
What Youll Be Doing
As a Commissioning Engineer, youll take the lead in delivering fire safety systems that protect lives and critical infrastructure across the UK.
From initial concept to final handover, youll oversee the commissioning of fire detection and suppression systems in complex environments, including waste recycling, manufacturing and power generation. You will improve and enhance our internal team and processes while ensuring clients start on the best possible path forward with their new system.
Youll utilise technical expertise and leadership capabilities to manage installations, conduct in-depth system testing and verification, and ensure compliance through collaboration with clients, subcontractors and engineers along with assisting with small works and remedials, including auditing and scoping requirements to provide a technical brief back to other internal teams for recommendations and quoting.
Additionally, you will:
- Audit site works to uphold high-quality and Health & Safety standards
- Deliver training from our in-house facility and mentor engineering teams
- Provide technical support across projects and conduct client handovers
- Audit current client sites and scope new possible work from a technical point of view
- Manage snagging, warranty and defect issues professionally
- Maintain clear, consistent communication with all project stakeholders
What Were Looking For
To be considered as our Commissioning Engineer, you will need:
- At least five years experience commissioning addressable fire alarm systems and controls
- A proven track record in fire safety or related electrical/control systems industry
- A strong understanding of fire safety regulations and compliance requirements
- A relevant Certification and Training, for instance, FIA, NICEIC, CITB, SMSTS, and IPAF
- Expertise in fire detection and suppression system technologies
- Proficiency with control systems and programming
- Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities
- IT proficiency with the ability to use commissioning software and documentation systems
- Desirable skills and experience in CCTV systems design, installation and troubleshooting
Other organisations may call this role: Fire Systems Commissioning Engineer, Fire Protection Engineer, Lead Fire Systems Engineer, Fire and Security Commissioning Engineer, Fire Detection Systems Engineer, Installation and Commissioning Engineer, Fire Alarm Project and Commissioning Engineer, or Senior Fire Safety Engineer.
Webrecruit and Blazequel are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you want to deliver high-performance fire systems that make a real difference as a Commissioning Engineer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
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