Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer

-; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Works Engineer specialized in fire alarm systems. The role involves installing and commissioning fire detection systems while ensuring compliance with British Standards. Offering a competitive salary and uncapped commission, the position allows for professional growth through industry-leading training and an employee benefits package that includes pension plans, paid overtime, and travel time. Join a dedicated team committed to exceptional service and career development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission scheme

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee discounts programme

Pension scheme

Company vehicle and fuel card

Paid overtime and travel time

Employee referral scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience with fire alarm systems and British Standards.
• Ability to test and terminate security system cables.
• Logical approach to diagnosing system faults.

Responsibilities

• Install and complete small works for fire alarm systems.
• Communicate effectively with customers regarding system status.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to meet commitments.
• Schedule and perform installation work.

Skills

Installation of fire alarm systems

Customer service

Cable testing and termination

System fault diagnosis

Communication skills

Education

Basic Electrical Safety training

Tools

Fire alarm systems (Gent, Advanced, Notifier, Protec)

Job description

Works Engineer - Fire Alarm Systems (Install / Commissioning)

Location: London & South East

Salary: Competitive in Industry + Uncapped Engineer bonus scheme

Trinity are hiring a Works Engineer to join our dedicated team in London. In the role, you will be providing installation, commissioning and small works of our clients fire alarm systems.

Working within a defined region of the United Kingdom, you will have the opportunity to obtain certifications in industry leading systems including Gent and earn through our engineering commission scheme!

The role of Works Engineer

As a Works Engineer at Trinity, you will be providing installation and completing small works to our client's security systems. You will be completing the scheduled work in a timely and efficient manner, adhering to Trinity's high-quality standards. You will be working as part of a skilled team of Works Engineer's and will be supported by our wider support departments to provide high quality service and customer experience.

Key tasks

• Carry out all other necessary works required at customer premises in accordance with the Company's quality standards.
• Effectively communicate with customers to ensure a good understanding of system and site status.
• Liaise with works administrators and other internal stakeholders to ensure our commitments are met.
• Work to a planned install and small works schedule.

What systems experience do you need?

Fire: Gent, Advanced, Notifier, Protec, and other open protocol systems

We are committed to supporting and developing our employees, so if you are interested in the role, please still apply even if your current experience doesn't match the Desirables above.

What skills do you need?

• Experience in installing and completing small works on Fire alarm systems to relevant British Standards.
• Ability to identify all types of cable associated with security systems, and to correctly test and terminate the cable ends in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
• A logical approach to system fault diagnosis and rectification.
• To always provide outstanding customer service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

What technical knowledge do you need?

• A comprehensive understanding of the causes and cures of fire alarm problems, including an ability to recommend changes to practices and processes that may cause false alarms as well as recommending changes to the systems.
• Basic Electrical Safety training (ECA).

What will Trinity give you?

At Trinity Fire & Security, we believe in rewarding our employees for their work and commitment. Our remuneration package includes a competitive basic salary and the opportunity to earn more through our uncapped commission scheme which rewards you for your talent, as well as paid overtime and travel time. We are also committed to providing the training required to support and develop all our employees. As you grow with Trinity, you will be provided the opportunity to undertake industry leading training programmes to allow to excel in your position and progress in the direction you want to take your career.

The total package would include:

• Competitive base salary, plus our uncapped engineer commission scheme
• 23 days holiday which increases with service, plus bank holidays
• Access to an employee discounts programme which includes discounts and cashback across over 800 national retailers
• Pension scheme via Royal London
• Company vehicle plus fuel card
• Paid overtime and travel time (minus 30 minutes each way)
• Employee referral scheme - earn up to £2,000 for each employee you bring into Trinity
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare assistance programme

Equal Opportunities in Practice

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Security Vetting

It is an industry requirement that successful candidates undergo security vetting. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory vetting and may be withdrawn if the required standards are not met.