Fire Alarm Installation & Commissioning Engineer

Midas

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Expenses reimbursement

Job summary

Midas is seeking an experienced Fire Installation & Commissioning Engineer to install, test, commission and hand over fire alarm, detection, emergency lighting and related systems across commercial, industrial and residential properties in the Midlands. You will read drawings, complete handover documentation and liaise with clients throughout projects.

The role requires proven experience with conventional and addressable fire alarm systems, BS 5839/BS 5266 knowledge, and strong troubleshooting

Qualifications

Proven experience installing and commissioning fire alarm and related fire-protection systems.
Experience with conventional and addressable fire alarm systems.
Good working knowledge of applicable fire safety standards (BS 5839, BS 5266).
Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
Experience with a range of fire alarm panels and equipment manufacturers.

Responsibilities

Install conventional and addressable fire alarm, detection, emergency lighting and associated fire-protection systems.
Commission, test and fault-find systems in line with BS standards and company procedures.
Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams.
Complete commissioning certificates, test records, service reports and handover documentation.
Configure cause-and-effect programming where required.
Diagnose and resolve on-site technical issues efficiently.
Commission integrated fire and life-safety systems.
Liaise with clients, site managers, subcontractors and internal teams.
Provide customers with guidance on the operation of installed systems.